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Mariska B

#229882 - Au Pair in Milnerton - 24(f)

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Basic details

Au pair profile number

229882

Full name

Mariska B

Last accessed

13 Dec 2025

Contact details

E-mail address

Main contact number

Alternative contact number

Available for online interview

Yes

Zoom

Available

MS Teams

Available

Matching details

Gender

Female

Age	24 years old

Language(s) fluent in

English

Au pair lives in / near to

Century City , Milnerton , Cape Town , Western Cape

Nearest landmark

Canal Walk

Available from

immediately

Available until

for 12 months or longer

Available for position type(s)

Live-In or Live-Out

Available to relocate to another province if live-in

Yes

Available to work the following times
Monday	07:00-19:00
Tuesday	07:00-19:00
Wednesday	07:00-19:00
Thursday	07:00-19:00
Friday	07:00-19:00
Saturday	07:30-13:30

Willing to look after children in the following age range
Children no younger than	Infant

Children no older than

17 years old

Has the following
Driver's licence	Yes

Own car

Yes

Childcare experience

Yes

Experience with special needs children

Yes

First aid qualification

Smoker

Available for occasional evening babysitting if required

Yes

Available to travel with the family if required

Yes

Additional information

Country currently resident in

South Africa

Nationality

South Africa

Other language(s) spoken

Marital status

Unmarried

Religion / spiritual practice

Undisclosed

Expected minimum hourly rate

R85 / hour

Expected travelling compensation

(Not specified)

Available for short-term positions

Preferred working hours per week
Minimum	25 hrs / week

Maximum

45 hrs / week

Car make and model

Toyota Starlet

Driving experience

1 - 2 years

Teaching experience

Early childhood development

Yes

Tutoring

Yes

Description of tutoring experience

As a Foundation Phase teacher, I’ve tutored children aged 6–9 in literacy and numeracy, using fun, hands-on activities to make learning enjoyable and meaningful. I love helping each child build confidence and a genuine love for learning. In addition to my teaching background, I also have experience caring for newborns as well as working with children in pre-primary settings, including toddlers. This has equipped me with the patience, nurturing approach, and practical skills needed to support children at every stage of early development.

Educational background

High school

Matric - Raisethorpe Secondary School (2019)

Subjects

English
Mathematics
Afrikaans First Additional Language
Physical Science
Life Sciences
Accounting

Degrees and other courses

Degree/course

Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching - University of Pretoria (2024)

Degree/course

GA Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language - i-to-i TEFL (2024)

Introduction to families

"Dear Family" message

Dear Family, My name is Mariska, and I’m a qualified Foundation Phase teacher with experience caring for and teaching children from infancy through early childhood. I have worked with infants, toddlers, and young learners aged 6–9, providing both nurturing care and fun, educational experiences. I enjoy using creative, hands-on activities to support children’s growth, confidence, and curiosity. I’m patient, reliable, and passionate about creating a safe, loving environment where little ones can learn and thrive.

Why I would make the perfect au pair

I would make the perfect au pair because I combine professional teaching experience with a genuine love for children. As a qualified Foundation Phase teacher, I understand how to create fun, safe, and structured routines that support both learning and development. My experience with infants, toddlers, and young learners has taught me to be patient, nurturing, and adaptable to each child’s unique needs. I bring creativity, responsibility, and a positive attitude to everything I do, ensuring that every child feels cared for and inspired.

Hobbies and other interests

I love arts and crafts, reading, music, dance, cooking, and outdoor adventures. I enjoy sharing my hobbies with children and turning everyday activities into fun learning experiences.

Childcare references

Reference 1

Employer name

Contact number

E-mail address

Employment start date

15 Jan 2024

Employment end date

15 Dec 2024

Ages and genders of children

Male. 6 years old and 9 years old.

Job description

Holiday tutor, helping them strengthen reading, writing, and math skills through fun, interactive activities.

Verified by employer

Yes

Employer comments

Mariska was an excellent holiday tutor who showed great dedication and patience when working with the children. She planned engaging lessons that made learning fun and interactive. The boys enjoyed her creative activities, which helped them improve their reading, writing, and math skills. Mariska was always punctual, responsible, and displayed a caring attitude. She maintained good communication with parents and demonstrated professionalism at all times. I would highly recommend her for any position involving children.

Reference 2

Employer name

Contact number

E-mail address

Employment start date

25 Feb 2025

Employment end date

Current

Ages and genders of children

Male and female aged 6-9

Job description

As an intern teacher, I assisted in delivering engaging, curriculum-aligned lessons across the Foundation Phase. My responsibilities included supporting the lead teacher with lesson preparation, classroom organization, and daily teaching activities. I worked closely with learners by providing individual and small-group support, helping reinforce literacy, numeracy, and other core skills. I also assisted with assessments, classroom management, and creating a positive, inclusive learning environment. Additionally, I collaborated with staff members, communicated with parents when needed, and contributed to maintaining a structured and nurturing classroom that encouraged learner growth and participation.