Maria Jose's Au Pair Journey: Building Bonds, Overcoming Homesickness, and Growing Through the Experience Becoming an au pair goes beyond childcare; it involves forming meaningful connections, experiencing a new culture, and personal growth through various challenges. In this blog, Maria Jose shares her journey, discussing her bond with her host [...]
How Honest Communication Saved My Au Pair Experience Every time I talk about my au pair experience in the US, I like to share how awesome it was and how, even after three years, I still maintain contact and visit them. However, I rarely mention the issues I faced, especially [...]
Host Family MeetingHost parents of J-1 au pairs are invited to meet with representatives of the Office of Private Sector Exchange within the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of State.As the office responsible for overseeing the program, we are committed to ensuring the health, safety, [...]
