Au Pair of the Year

We want to thank all of the families who took the time to nominate their au pair for our Au Pair of the Year contest! Your stories do more than just highlight the dedication, care, and the positive influence of your au pair in your home, they shine a light on the true meaning of our program. These nominations celebrate the power of cultural exchange and the deep, lasting connections formed between families and au pairs.

Daniela from Venezuela

🥇 First Place Winner

For the past two years, Dani has been so much more than an au pair to our family—she has become a cherished sister, host-daughter, and lifelong friend. From the moment she joined our home, she brought with her warmth, empathy, laughter, and a sense of ease that made her feel like family almost instantly. Dani has also shared her culture with us in the most beautiful way—through food, tradition, and storytelling. She loves introducing us to Venezuelan cuisine, and cooking together has become a treasured part of our family life. Whether she is preparing traditional dishes or baking with the kids, these moments are filled with laughter, learning, and connection. She has turned everyday activities into meaningful experiences that the boys will remember for years to come. Beyond our home, Dani has fully embraced life with our family. Together, we have attended concerts, explored museums, tried new experiences, and created countless memories. She brings a spirit of adventure and fun to everything she does, making even ordinary days feel special

Maria from Colombia

🥈 Second Place

Maria has cared for our newborn twins (now 10 months old) and our 2.5-year-old son, during one of the most challenging and transformative years of our family’s life. She was truly a godsend as we navigated the unique demands of raising three children under the age of two. From the very beginning, Maria stepped into an incredibly demanding role with grace, patience, and confidence. What sets Maria apart most is her kindness and initiative. I cannot count the number of times she has gone out of her way—without being asked—to make our lives easier. Whether anticipating our needs, offering support during especially hard days, or simply showing up with a smile and sincere acknowledgment of how challenging our situation can be, Maria consistently leads with compassion. She doesn’t just care for our children; she cares for our family. Maria exemplifies everything an au pair should be: dedicated, loving, culturally enriching, and deeply human.

Marce from Guatamala

🥉 Third Place

From the very first interview, we knew Marce was going to be the perfect fit for our family. There is never a day that we don’t consider ourselves lucky—not just to have an au pair, but to have Marce in our lives. In the last six months especially, multiple times a week my husband or I say, “We do not know how we would have navigated life without her.” She has shown up every time with a good attitude, ready to help, and loving our kids—even when they make it hard. Marce hasn’t just spent the last 21 months caring for our children— she has become a valued community member, a friend to many, a willing helper for other au pairs, my go-to rating meter for so many teenager requests, and ours and our sons’ biggest cheerleader. She is more than an au pair; she is family, and we cannot imagine our lives without her. If this contest is about finding someone extraordinary, look no further—because Marce is the definition of extraordinary.