Becoming an Au Pair in the US - What does cultural exchange really mean?Part 2- getting to know the US cultureAs we have learned from Part 1 of this blog post where we talked about sharing your own culture, cultural exchange is defined as the exchange of cultural knowledge, customs, [...]
Becoming an Au Pair in the US - What does cultural exchange really mean?Part 1- sharing your cultureWhen looking into becoming an Au Pair in the US one of the first things you will read is that it is ‘a great way to participate in cultural exchange’. Doesn’t that just [...]
Agent Au Pair Volunteers at the 2025 New York City Marathon! 🗽💙 This weekend, members of the Agent Au Pair community proudly volunteered at the 2025 NYC Marathon, joining thousands of supporters who cheered on runners from around the world! 🌍✨ Our Local Coordinators and Au Pairs came together to embody the true [...]
5 Goals to Achieve Before Your Adventure Ends!If you’re reading this, you’ve just started your amazing adventure in the U.S., or maybe you’re getting ready to go, congrats! But here’s the thing I wish someone told me on day one: your time here flies faster than you think. You blink, [...]
From Cultural Exchange to CareerBecoming an au pair is more than a cultural exchange; it is a hands-on pathway to a career in education and youth development. With Agent Au Pair, you will gain valuable, stackable credentials that set you apart for future roles in schools, camps, and beyond. In [...]
15 Fun Fall Activities for Au Pairs and Host KidsFall is a special time in the United States. The air feels cooler, the leaves change colors, and there are many traditions that families enjoy together. For au pairs, fall is a great season to explore American culture and to share [...]
Travel Tips to Explore the US When coming to the US, many au pairs plan to travel extensively to explore as much of the country as they can.When starting to plan trips, au pair’s may come across a few challenges, such as:Finances- traveling can get expensive very quickly and you [...]
Learning English on the Au Pair Program Improving English language skills is one of the main reasons au pairs to join the program. Learning English, not just from a book but by living in the country and getting fully immersed in language and culture, will be beneficial for their future [...]
Getting to know US Culture- what does that mean? Besides improving language skills, getting to know the American culture is a main motive for many au pair’s to participate in exchange programs, such as the au pair program. When thinking about ‘getting to know the culture’ many au pairs may [...]
Recharge and Refocus: The Vital Importance of Self-Care for Au Pairs Being an au pair is a truly unique and rewarding experience. You're immersed in a new culture, caring for children, and building lasting connections. But it's also a demanding role that can sometimes leave you feeling stretched thin. That's [...]
