I trust this letter finds you well. Let me tell you a little more about myself. My name is Micheala, and I am 24 years old from Wellington, a town in South Africa. I’ve spent my entire childhood in Wellington, with my parents and two siblings, my father, is 61 years old and works as a local taxi driver. My mother, is 53 years old and a housewife. My youngest sibling, is 18 years old and in her final year of school. My oldest sister, is 29 years old, works in administration. She is also the mother of Xavier, my seven-year-old nephew. I’ve matriculated in 2017 and passed grade 12. I’m currently working at a daycare facility. Where I teach 12 children aged 1 – 2. My responsibilities include planning and implementing lessons, collaborate with other colleagues, communicating with parents, maintain class cleanliness, distributes medicine to sick learners and really having fun while teaching. We learn rhymes and dance until we fall asleep. We also sing our lungs out until we need some water for our dry and thirsty throats. When it’s time for the little one’s to have a break, we all sit down and have a snack and when everyone had a snack we go lay down and have a nap. In my free time, I love spending time doing my hair. I can’t hold a note, but I really enjoy singing. I love being in the nature, go on long trips to the beach, put on some trainers and go hiking with friends. I also love sunsets, especially sunsets on the beach. The perfect photo to capture when the sun touches the sea. I’d always wanted to be an au pair, but it wasn’t until I started completing my practical and dealing with children that I realized it was what I wanted. In 2020, I worked as a teacher’s assistant at a primary school in Wellington for about two years, teaching eight-year-olds. I could convey my affection for children in a broader context. I helped the teacher prepare their learning materials and had one-on-one sessions with students who struggled to concentrate in larger groups. I stayed after school to help them with their schoolwork. I enjoy bringing change into a child’s life, that way I challenge myself into being more open and efficient to the children. When you work in a school setting, you have your weaknesses and your strengths. The strengths I learned over the years looking after children include: 1. Behavioral management – Children test the boundaries regardless of age, mental stage. 2. Communication – Being able to communicate with a child is essential to understand what they need. 3. Patience and dedication. Like stated above, I matriculated in 2017. I went to study for 3 years at Boland College in Paarl. I took a course in Educare to obtain my N4 – N6 certificate. Educare professionals can teach children new skills and help them improve their existing ones through a variety of activities, games, and innovative learning approaches. Taking care of children and meeting their developmental needs is the name of the game in the Educare industry. I’m a creative, driven, and helpful individual who likes to be active. I’m kind and patient no matter what the circumstances. Adaptability and open-mindedness are two of my strong points. I would be a good au pair for that additional reason. In unfamiliar circumstances, I can adjust quickly. Helping kids learn and develop is something I find enjoyable, and I have always enjoyed working with kids. In addition to having finished a course in Educare, I have prior experience working as a babysitter and nanny. I adore coming up with entertaining activities for kids and I am responsible and patient. Becoming an Au-Pair will provide me the opportunity to accomplish my ambition of traveling while joining a new family. While abroad I hope to understand cultural differences and similarities. I want to develop professional skills and experience personal growth and learn a new language. Upon my return to South Africa after a year, I would like to continue developing my skills and knowledge that I’ve learned abroad. I would love to study Tourism and use the information and experiences I gathered abroad as a step into the Tourism industry. You can be sure that if you offer me the opportunity to be your au pair, I will love your child unconditionally and we will have many wonderful times together. We may have different personalities and cultures, but don’t worry, I’ll make sure to celebrate our differences. As much as I want you to be a part of my future journey through life, I also want to be a part of your family. I appreciate you and hope you find my letter pleasing. I look forward to hearing from you. Yours sincerely. Michaela