From never-ending waitlists to childcare that doesn’t fit changing or complex schedules, finding the right care as a suburban family can be a major source of stress. Fortunately, au pairs provide a reliable, flexible childcare solution that’s perfect for the suburbs.
Let’s explore some of the many benefits an au pair can provide to your suburban family!
1. In-home childcare, zero commutes
If you’re a parent with a busy schedule, having to drive to and from a childcare center can eat up a lot of time (and gas!). In your suburb, you may have to venture out of town just to find reliable care for your child or children. With a trusted au pair living in your home, you can stop worrying about making strict drop-off and pick-up times—your au pair is under the same roof as your children, so there’s no need to commute to receive childcare. Plus, au pairs can drive your children to and from activities, freeing up your schedule while eliminating headaches from all the back and forth!
2. No waitlists
One of the most common complaints about childcare is the waitlist. The best childcare centers are always swamped with business, forcing you to add your family’s name to a long list that requires you to wait for months or even years. With Au Pair in America, there is never a waitlist—you can easily apply (with no obligation and no cost) and match with a vetted au pair who is ready to assist you and your family!
3. Lower costs
Let’s face it: childcare costs are untenable for many families. Depending on where you live, they can be upwards of $15,000 per year per child—and suburban areas often have some of the highest childcare costs.
Hosting an au pair with Au Pair in America offers an alternative option that brings tremendous value to your family. If you have multiple children, the savings are even greater — costs are fixed per family, not per child.
4. Find the perfect fit for your family
Your town may not have many choices when it comes to childcare. By choosing to host an au pair with Au Pair in America, you have access to hundreds of au pair profiles, allowing you to diligently select a childcare expert based on your family’s unique needs. If you’re interested in a specific au pair within our system, you can call or video chat with them to see if they’d be a good fit.
5. Personalized childcare
Unlike group childcare, commonly found in the suburbs, an au pair is dedicated to the needs of your children and your children alone. By living in your home, an au pair will get to know your family and learn how to deliver the best care, giving them individualized attention. For example, if your toddler loves morning story time and your school-aged child needs help with their math homework after school, your au pair can provide both of them the personalized care they need.
6. Flexible schedule
Another amazing benefit of hosting an au pair is that you will have access to childcare outside the traditional 9 to 5 work hours. If you need split or varying childcare coverage, an au pair can be a lifesaver. For example, if you have a school-age child who needs to go to practice after 5, but you can’t leave your toddler or infant alone at home, your au pair can easily cover you. Plus, if last-minute surprises come up, like your child gets sick and needs at-home care during your working hours, your au pair will be there to help.
7. Cultural exchange
One of the unique benefits of hosting an au pair is the cultural exchange aspect—it’s the beating heart of the program. In your suburban area, it may be difficult to give your children meaningful cultural experiences that broaden their global understanding.
Our au pairs come from all around the world, so when you host an au pair, you bring a new cultural perspective and exciting traditions into your home and community. They can share their culture with your family, and you can share yours with them, creating meaningful experiences that bolster learning and build lifelong connections.
If you live in an American suburb and need quality childcare, consider hosting an au pair with Au Pair in America!
Au Pair in America is the world’s most experienced live-in cultural childcare program. We screen and train all of our au pairs and will support you throughout your time together. Experience the incredible benefits of au pair childcare with Au Pair in America!
