Help a family with childcare and daily life in Warsaw, Poland

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  Description

  Hello! We are a warm and welcoming family based in the beautiful city of Warsaw, Poland. We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring, and responsible individual or individuals to become a part of our family and assist us with the daily routine (laundry, cleaning) and childcare for our three kids.
  
  About Our Family: We are a dynamic household with three lovely children, aged 2, 7, and 12. We embrace Montessori principles, encouraging independence and creativity in our children’s upbringing. Our family enjoys spending quality time together, engaging in activities like exploring the outdoors, crafting, and having cozy family movie nights.
  
  What We’re Looking For: We’re seeking someone who is proactive, kind, and loves spending time with children. Your main tasks will include helping with the morning routine, cleaning, doing laundry , preparing simple meals, playing with the kids, and helping keep their and ours environment tidy. We may also ask for a bit of help around the house, such as cleaning or organizing.
  
  What We Offer:
  
  - Comfortable accommodation in our home in Warsaw, with your own private room and bathroom (it's in the basement, there is a small window there, but it's a bit dark during daytime).
  - A warm, inclusive atmosphere where you’ll feel like a part of the family.
  - The opportunity to explore the vibrant culture and history of Warsaw, one of Europe’s most exciting capitals.
  - Flexibility to plan your own time for sightseeing and personal activities.
  - Shared meals, language exchange, and local travel tips!
  
  Ideal Candidate:
  
  - Previous experience with children is a plus.
  - Positive attitude and willingness to engage with kids in creative play and learning.
  - Fluent in English; knowledge of Polish is a bonus but not required.
  - Respectful, reliable, and enjoys being part of family life.
  
  Join us and make meaningful memories while experiencing life in Poland!

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Language practice

  Teaching

  Gardening

  Babysitting and creative play

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Travellers joining our family will find themselves immersed in an enriching cultural exchange that goes beyond just visiting a new place. Here’s what you can expect to gain and learn during your stay:
  
  1. **Authentic Polish Lifestyle**: Experience day-to-day life in Warsaw, getting a true sense of Polish customs, traditions, and family life. From meal preparations to local celebrations, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of what it means to live in Poland.
  
  2. **Language Skills**: Engage in English language practice with us and, if interested, pick up some Polish phrases and language skills along the way. This mutual exchange will help strengthen your communication skills and give you a new linguistic perspective.
  
  3. **Creative Play and Childcare**: For those interested in child development or teaching, you’ll gain hands-on experience engaging with our children through creative play and learning activities. This is a chance to develop your own skills in childcare, teaching, or even leadership.
  
  4. **Cultural Insight and Traditions**: Explore Polish traditions and cultural nuances, such as holiday customs, music, and storytelling. Living with a local family allows you to appreciate the unique aspects of our culture that tourists often miss.
  
  5. **Shared Life Skills**: From household management to organizing activities, you’ll learn practical life skills that can be valuable long after your trip. These experiences will give you insights into maintaining balance in a busy home while embracing spontaneity.
  
  6. **Building Lasting Connections**: Cultural exchange fosters meaningful connections and friendships. By being a part of our family, you’ll build relationships that span beyond borders, creating lifelong memories and stories to share.
  
  **What You’ll Take Home**: New perspectives on life, improved language abilities, unique cooking skills, experiences in childcare, and a newfound appreciation for the culture and warmth of Polish family life.

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  We need someone who is proactive, engaged, and ready to be part of our family, helping with childcare (creative and fun playtime), household tasks, cooking, cleaning, and practicing English with us.
  
  What We’re Looking For: We need volunteers who truly become part of our family. Why? Because we are immersed in our busy day-to-day lives and maintaining a harmonious lifestyle is important to us. This means we need someone who feels at home, knows where to find things (or can figure it out!), isn’t afraid to ask questions or take initiative, and genuinely wants to help. Shy or hesitant attitudes won’t work here—enthusiasm and a helpful nature are key! We love questions like, “Can I help?” or “Can I do this?”

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Polish: Fluent

  This host offers a language exchange
  This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
  You can contact them directly for more information.
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  Accommodation

  Private room with private bathroom.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  This host can provide space for campervans.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  My animals / pets

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