We help au pairs and host families get ready for the experience
Training & preparation
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3-part program for au pairs
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MyAuPairCourses
Au pairs complete a set of self-paced, online modules to prepare them for their training school curriculum.
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Au Pair Training School
Au pairs attend Cultural Care’s online Training School, a 32-hour orientation program designed to help them be successful caregivers in the U.S.
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Pre-departure workshops
Au pairs participate in readiness workshops in their home countries to better understand the expectations of American families and how they live.
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Experienced Training School instructors deliver lessons in live, synchronous formats
Health and safety in the home
Food and nutrition
Age-appropriate activities
Building self-esteem in children
Communication and behavior management
Access to a variety of travel, language, and childcare discounts
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All au pairs complete CPR and First Aid training
They will receive their certification upon successful completion of a hands-on skills assessment and have free access to all course materials.
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It was a great experience at the Au Pair Training School.
I loved it. The Training School staff really helped us to put the cultural differences in perspective and understand that things are done differently in the U.S. Also, going over the different development stages of the kids was really useful to figure out age-appropriate games and activities.
Emilia, au pair from Germany
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Live webinars and online courses designed for Cultural Care host families
Au pair program basics
Preparing your children
Welcoming your au pair
Household rules
Communication strategies
Cultural differences
Hosting an au pair FAQs
Au pairs join our program for many reasons, but one of their primary motivations is the desire to connect with an American family and immerse themselves in American culture. They also seek to improve their English, make lifelong friends, explore the USA, and gain invaluable international work experience. Choosing an experienced au pair agency ensures that families find motivated and culturally enriched au pairs who align with their values and childcare needs.
Cultural Care au pairs come from 30+ different countries around the world in Central and South America, Europe, South Africa, and Asia.
Many people understand the terms “au pair” and “nanny” to mean the same thing, but they are actually quite different. In the U.S., an au pair refers to a young person from overseas who lives with an American family to care for their children and participate in a cultural exchange. They travel on a legal, one-year visa through a designated au pair agency, and their working hours and conditions are regulated by the U.S. Department of State. Au pairs initially commit to a one-year stay but have the opportunity to extend their time in the U.S. for 6, 9 or 12 months. They are excited to immerse themselves in new culture, improve their English, and explore the U.S. The term “nanny”, on the other hand, is a more general term that can be used to describe both professionally trained caregivers and those with less formal experience.
The Cultural Care app makes matching with au pairs easy! After signing up and creating your profile, you’ll be able to search for au pairs in the app and use our filters to narrow down your search. You can favorite the candidates you like best and start a chat or video call right through the app as well, so it’s easy to get in touch and stay connected until you make a decision. Our team of Matching Specialists is also available throughout your search if you have questions or need help.