Au pair

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It's important to stay calm and use empathy when we talk to our kids. Sometimes, it's hard to know what to say instead. Here are some examples of how we "react" to our kids and some alternative responses to try instead

This is an overview of questions an au pair candidate might want to ask the host family. Be sure to ask questions which pertain to the specific family you are speaking with and ask them to clarify and points you don't understand. Please remember to be on time, look appropriate, make sure you have quiet surroundings and a good connection.

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If you need childcare, have a spare bedroom, & think you could be cool with a non-family member living in your home, here's more about au pairs in the U.S.

Explore au pair responsibilities and what an au pair can do for your family.

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English | Español | Deutsch My German friend Reggy worked as an Au Pair in Minnesota in the United States for 1 year with Cultural…

I spent two weeks of my first month as a nomad sailing through the Greek islands with a Turkish family in exchange for helping their 13-year-old daughter with English and some summer homework. In three weeks, I'll be continuing my long term travel journey as an au pair in New Zealand. I actually found the au pair opportunity on Au Pair World, but the idea is generally the same. I live with a family, sharing my culture and caring for their children, in exchange for free room and board (and…

Becoming an au pair can allow you to travel the world and experience new cultures, on an affordable budget. Here are tips on how to become an au pair.