While I haven’t yet worked as an official Au Pair, I do have hands-on experience in childcare, both in educational and home settings. In 2022, I worked as a receptionist and midday supervisor at a primary school, where I engaged daily with young children, supporting both their care and their emotional needs during the school day.

Following that, I worked as a nanny for two families. For the first family, I cared for a four-year-old girl, helping her get ready for school, preparing breakfast, and doing school drop-offs. Occasionally, I also picked her up and cared for her during school holidays. My role was flexible and based on the mother’s schedule, but I cared for the child on and off for about a year.

In my most recent position, I worked with a family with two daughters, aged 9 and 12. I was responsible for their after-school care five days a week, picking up the youngest, preparing snacks, assisting with homework, and creating fun, engaging activities such as drawing, dancing, and gymnastics practice. I also helped maintain the household by doing laundry, cleaning common areas, and preparing dinner. This role ran from late 2024 to early 2025 and ended only because I needed to relocate to my family home in another city.

These experiences revealed how rewarding and enriching childcare can be. I truly enjoyed contributing to the children’s growth and being a positive, reliable presence in their lives. Working with children taught me patience, empathy, and responsibility — and reminded me of the joy and imagination they bring to the world.

I’m now eager to combine this rewarding work with a cultural exchange experience. Becoming an Au Pair or Nanny abroad will not only allow me to support families and children from different backgrounds, but will also broaden my own understanding of the world. I see this opportunity as a chance to both give and grow — to share my creativity and care, and to continue learning from the diverse and beautiful experiences that working with children across cultures brings.