Dear Host Family,

My name is Samantha, I'm 47 years old and I'm from France. I'm writing this letter to share my deep desire to join a family as an au pair. This experience is very dear to my heart, and I'd like to explain why I think I'm the ideal person for this role.

First of all, I've always had a strong connection with children. From a young age, I've cared for children, first as a babysitter, then later as a tutor. At the age of 17, I earned my BAFA (Brevet d'Aptitude à la Fonction d'Animateur) to become a camp counselor and summer camp leader. Afterward, I spent a lot of time caring for my nieces, often participating in their education and daily activities. All these experiences have allowed me to acquire many skills in patience, communication, and time management with children. I also enjoy sharing fun and educational moments with them, whether playing, reading stories, or helping them with their homework.
I enjoy many crafts that I like to introduce to children: drawing, painting, pottery, and sewing.
As a curious person by nature, I love reading and traveling.

I want to become an au pair because this experience represents a unique opportunity for me to fully immerse myself in a new culture. As someone who loves travel and intercultural exchange, I believe this experience will not only allow me to gain a better command of the English language, but also to discover another way of life while sharing my own culture with you. Furthermore, the role of au pair would allow me to support your family on a daily basis while developing a relationship of trust and connection with your children.

I am convinced that I could be a real asset to your family. My organizational skills, my ability to adapt to different environments, and my enthusiasm for fully devoting myself to my tasks make me a serious and reliable person. Furthermore, I am aware of the responsibilities that come with this role and am ready to commit 100% to ensuring that this experience is beneficial for everyone. I am also flexible and open to any activity or task you deem useful, whether it's helping around the house, accompanying the children to their activities, or simply providing them with a moment of relaxation and entertainment.

I am convinced that my character, my past experiences, and my desire to learn and fully dedicate myself to this experience make me the ideal candidate for this au pair adventure. I would be honored to join a family like yours and contribute to your daily life while enriching my own life experience.

Looking forward to speaking with you, please accept, dear family, the expression of my most respectful greetings.