Can you reccomend one agency over another? How was the experience? I used to live in Germany for a year and have wanted to live in Europe again, this seemed like a great way to go. I work with kids here and thought that it would be a smooth transition. Any recommendations for things to keep in mind while prepairing for this trip would be appriciated. As would any advice you can share for once I live over there. I have about a year to get ready (due to my lease on my apartment here) and am really excited about it. Would love any feedback you can give me. The agency I have looked into is Europlacements and they are based out of Milan, but the families are from all over.
2006-07-01 04:42:21 · 4 answers · asked by miss_chieviousprincess 2 in Travel ➔ Italy ➔ Other - Italy
I worked in Italy as a nanny, but the agency I went through is no longer in operation.
My biggest suggestion is, don't accept a position with a family if you have any doubts. I was so excited that a family wanted me to be their nanny that I accepted immediately, even though the information I received about them didn't seem like I'd be a perfect match. It was six months of torture: the little girl was a brat, and I didn't get along with the mother, who constantly belittled me about how I treated her daughter and my housekeeping duties.
At the end of the six months (I had only contracted for that long with the family) I had planned to travel but hadn't saved any money, and the agency asked me if I would be interested in nannying for another family. I reviewed information for twelve different families and fell in love with one of them. It was a perfect match; I had an amazing time living with them and they treated me like a member of their family. Five years later I'm still in contact with them and just went back to visit last month.
Some other suggestions:
- learn some Italian, if you don't speak already
- get a travel guide (I suggest the Rough Guide to Italy) and read about different places, because it may help you decide where you want to go
- look into language schools, because you'll need to attend one to get a visa, and they can be costly.
If you have any other questions feel free to contact me. Good luck!
2006-07-04 10:30:17 · answer #1 · answered by nancina 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I've done it before and it is fun. I think going to nanny in Germany is good too because of the world cup. There will be many things going on so u dont have to do that much.
2006-07-01 11:47:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Learn the language.
Make sure you can escape if the family/living conditions do not meet your expectations.
Can a family member go with you to check things out? It's best if everyone is aware you are NOT alone.
Good luck and enjoy!!!
2006-07-01 11:47:29 · answer #3 · answered by miatalise12560 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do it
2006-07-01 23:20:15 · answer #4 · answered by ontheroadagainwithoutyou 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋