Hi … My name is Lynnette Melbostad and I have been an Au Pair in America Community Counselor in the Phoenix area since 2012. My service area is simple — if you are anywhere near or around Phoenix, I’m your gal!
My family was blessed to have had an au pair (Anne-from France) live with us when our two boys were small. Years later, my boys are going off to college, but we are still in touch with Anne, and watching on Facebook as her 2 boys grow up. When I started working at Au Pair in America my goal was to just “fill my free time” between raising our boys and working as a Regional Sales Director in the senior living industry. It’s become so much more than that for me!
I love meeting these young women from all over the world. Their energy to embrace new experiences and their tireless drive to “see everything” is what makes this job so enjoyable. I embrace the challenge of guiding Au Pairs through life lessons as many of them are experiencing their first extended period of time away from home. Every day is different — whether they want help finding an inexpensive restaurant, suggestions for fun outdoor activities to do with their host children, or guidance on how to balance a job with the excitement of sightseeing — I’m here.
Equally enjoyable for me is getting to know the host families. Our cluster is fortunate to have a nice mix of long-time host families and brand new families. So, whether they need suggestions on how to communicate the family schedule, best practices for auto use, or getting the most out of this cultural exchange, I’m here for that too!
Cheers! Lynnette
Next week’s Camp Au Pair theme is Outer Space. Crafts, recipes, activities, and games related to outer space can all be found here on the Camp Au Pair – Outer Space pinboard. Here is a fun one that combines a science lesson, art, and snack time. Field Trips can be a great way for kids to learn and have new Read More
Next week’s Camp Au Pair theme will be Cars & Trucks. Crafts, recipes, activities, and games related to all kinds of vehicles can all be found here on the Camp Au Pair – Cars & Trucks pinboard. Field Trips can be an excellent way for kids to learn and have new experiences. Get permission from your host parents before any outings. Here are Read More
Next week’s Camp Au Pair theme will be Bugs & Butterflies. More than 100 crafts, recipes, and activities related to all kinds of bugs, insects, butterflies, and spiders can be found here on the Camp Au Pair – Bugs & Butterflies pinboard. Field Trips can be an excellent way for kids to learn and have new experiences. Get permission from your host parents Read More
Next week’s Camp Au Pair theme is Science (STEM). This includes science, technology, engineering, and math. Crafts, recipes, activities, and games related to all things science, technology, engineering, and math can be found here on the Camp Au Pair – Science (STEM) pinboard. Field Trips can be a great way for kids to learn and have new experiences. Get permission from your Read More
Our next Camp Au Pair theme is Nature Exploration. Crafts, recipes, activities, and games can all be found here on the Camp Au Pair – Nature Exploration pinboard. Field Trips can be a great way for kids to learn and have new experiences. You can start observing nature at any local park or in your own backyard. If you want to Read More
Next week’s Camp Au Pair theme is Under the Sea. Crafts, recipes, activities, and games related to creatures who live under the sea can all be found here on the Camp Au Pair – Under the Sea pinboard. Field Trips can be a great way for kids to learn and have new experiences. Get permission from your host parents Read More
When kids are out of school for the summer, it doesn’t take long for them to become bored and sometimes that leads to sibling squabbles and mischief. Even though they don’t realize it, they are usually missing routine and predictability in their daily schedule. One solution is to make fun plans to keep them busy! Read More
When kids are out of school for the summer, it doesn’t take long for them to become bored and sometimes that leads to sibling squabbles and mischief. Even though they don’t realize it, they are usually missing routine and predictability in their daily schedule. One solution is to make fun plans to keep them busy! Read More
In honor of Shark Week (see below), next week’s Camp Au Pair theme is Under the Sea. Crafts, recipes, activities, and games related to creatures who live under the sea can all be found here on the Camp Au Pair – Under the Sea pinboard. Webcams – You can Read More
