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Exemple de conversation avec une famille américaine
Au Pair: Hello, am I speaking to Ms. Riddell
Host family: yes speaking. Who may I be speaking to?
Au Pair: My name is Dominique and I am calling from the ‘Au Pair in America’ programme in Montpellier in France. Is this a good time to speak?
Host family: Yes, of course. What can I do for you?
Au Pair: I am interested in becoming an Au Pair for your family. May I ask you some questions?
Host family: Yes. What would you like to know?
Au Pair: First of all I would like to find out a little bit about the experience of becoming an au pair. Has the family ever had an au pair before?
Host Family: Yes, we have had several au pairs before with which we have had a very positive experience. Is this the first time that you will work as an au pair?
Au Pair: Yes, this will be the first time working as an au pair. I am very excited to start work as I enjoy working with children a lot and I have much experience in this field. I have worked with several families in France and I have also worked in a school, where I assisted with children’s homework. When you look for an au pair, what are the first things you look for in a profile?
Host family: Generally, we look for friendly, open and enthusiastic au pairs who are willing to work in a new environment and who enjoy working with children.
Au Pair: That is exactly what I am looking for. I consider myself to be a very determined person and I am looking to work with children in the future. I have seen you have three children. What are the names of your children?
Host family: Their names are Kelsie, Emily and Charlotte
Au Pair: Lovely, three girls. What do they like to do? What are their hobbies?
Host family: Kelsie loves to cheerlead, whilst Emily likes to dance. Charlotte on the other hand is into sport. She plays baseball.
Au Pair: I have always wanted to play baseball. I enjoy playing sports and I actually dance too. What are their favourite subjects at school?
Host family: Well, Kelsie loves drama. Kelsie would like to be an actress when she is older. Emily is very good at French and Charlotte likes maths. They like a variety of things.
Au Pair: Emily likes French? How long has she be learning French for? I could help her with her homework.
Host family: That would be great. She has been learning French for 2 years now. How long have you been learning English?
Au Pair: I learnt English at school and have just completed my BAC, which is the equivalent to SATS in the USA. I would like to improve my English skills whilst I am out in the USA. Do the children have any allergies or medical conditions that I need to know about?
Host family: Yes, Charlotte is allergic to aspirin. This means she must not take any aspirin.
Au Pair: Of course. I will make sure of that and take this into account. Tell me about your family. How many members are there in the family?
Host family: We are 6 altogether. The three girls, myself, my husband and Dennis, the dog. Do you like dogs?
Au Pair: I love dogs. I have three at home. It is my job at home to take the dog out on a walk. Would you like me to take the dog out on a walk too?
Host family: That is very kind of you. The girls like going on walks with Dennis.
Au Pair: When do you usually eat dinner? I can cook and I am happy to help out in the cooking. I have some very good French recipes.
Host family: That is great. After school the girls get very hungry, so it would be great if you could do some cooking then?
Au pair: Yes, I would love to. I am happy to help you out where I can. I could also take the children to a playground or a park. Are there any nearby?
Host family: Yes, there is one just nearby. It takes about 10 minutes by car. Do you feel confident driving in USA?
Au Pair: Yes, I have an international driving licence and have many years of experience. What is your neighbourhood like?
Host family: It is very friendly. The neighbours have lots of children with whom the girls play with. There are lots of shops and a supermarket nearby.
Au Pair: Excellent, so I can always pop to the supermarket if you are in need of anything. I would like to thank you for your time. This information has been very useful to me. Is there anything you would like to ask me?
Host family: Yes, there is just one thing. Have you worked in any other countries before?
Au pair: Unfortunately I have not yet. However, I am excited to start work in the USA.
Host family: How will you be able to adapt to a new culture so quickly?
Au Pair: I am very confident that I will be able to adapt to the USA quickly. I have travelled a lot around Europe without my family and I have worked with many people from different countries and cultures. That’s why I think I will be able to fit in quickly in your family in the USA.
Host family: That’s great. It has been lovely talking to you.
Au Pair: Likewise. I have enjoyed speaking to you. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact me. My phone number is: 0033…. I am looking forward to hearing from you soon. Have a lovely day. Good bye
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