A rematch au pair—or an in-country au pair—means an au pair who has already started their program year with one host family but is now looking to join a new one. Rematches are often due to personality differences or communication issues, rather than anything else.
“As a Matching Specialist, I see most rematches happen when families and au pairs don’t find common ground and stop communicating about their needs,” shares Terry Bell from Cultural Care Au Pair. “Often, both sides just need a fresh start to feel comfortable again.”
Other common reasons for rematch include mismatched driving or language skills. For instance, an au pair may not have the driving experience one family needs but could be just the right fit for another family’s needs.
If Cultural Care staff approve the au pair to re-enter the matching pool, there are unique benefits to welcoming a rematch au pair into your home. Learn more about why an au-pair rematch could be a great for your family's needs!
They are available right away
Rematch au pairs can typically join a new host family quickly—often within a week, sometimes in just a few days.
Homesickness isn’t as common
Homesickness is common among new au pairs, but rematch au pairs have often moved beyond it and are ready to fully engage with a new family.
They’ve already adjusted to American life
With initial experience living in the U.S., rematch au pairs generally need less time to settle in and can more easily adapt to a new home and routine.
f you’d like to explore welcoming a rematch au pair into your home, simply filter for them on our app or speak with your Matching Specialist.