Enhancing our English Benefits for Au Pairs & Host Families At Agent Au Pair, we’re always looking for ways to improve our program and create the best possible experience for both au pairs and host families. Communication plays a key role in a successful match, which is why we’re excited [...]
Craft with your Kids this year! We are excited to introduce the Crafting and Connections Resource Guide created by Lauren, one of our dedicated local coordinators. This guide aims to inspire au pairs and host families with a selection of creative crafts to enjoy together each month. It’s a practical [...]
Sharing Holiday Traditions with Your Au Pair The holidays are a time for family, connection, and celebration, and for host families, it’s the perfect opportunity to include your au pair in your traditions. Sharing holiday moments with your au pair doesn’t just help them feel like a valued part of [...]
Program Expectations & Common Misconceptions about the Au Pair Program Agent Au Pair hopes to be able to better prepare applicants for their time as an Au Pair in the US, by addressing some common misconceptions regarding the program, so Au Pairs will be able to: decide if this program [...]
How to prepare for your au pair year? You have made the decision to apply for the Au Pair program. You completed your application. You have had interviews with host families. And then it happened- YOU FOUND YOUR MATCH! You are applying for your visa! You were approved! Soon your [...]
Reverse Culture Shock IS YOUR AU PAIR PROGRAM COMING TO AN END OR HAVE YOU JUST RETURNED BACK TO YOUR HOME COUNTRY, BUT YOU FEEL UNHAPPY AND LIKE YOU DO NOT FIT IN ANYMORE? Reverse culture shock is also called re-entry shock and is defined as the emotional and psychological [...]
Communication in the Au Pair Program Advice from LCs SoilyLocal Coordinator and Former Au Pair Read More “Host families and au pairs thrive when there is a clear communication and mutual understanding. Picture the au pair program as a dance, a duet. Embrace the rhythm of a shared experience, learn [...]
Cultural Sense in the Au Pair Program Common sense is a myth. You are now a multicultural family! It is essential for host families to embrace cultural exchange in their household; to make an effort to practice cultural competency and mutual respect in regards to cultural differences in communication, language, [...]
From culturally inspired dance routines to soul-stirring musical performances, poetry, and even stand-up comedy acts the "Au Pair Got Talent" show was a captivating showcase of the hidden talents and extraordinary abilities of these amazing individuals.
Spread Your Wings With Agent Au Pair It is easy to focus on the child care component of the au pair program. However, let’s not forget the young adults who travel across the world, leaving their friends and family behind to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. Participating in [...]
