This month we had a snowtubing event planned, but due to un-wintery conditions this week, we postponed it to February. On short notice, we had a small gathering two days later at my house. Since the meeting was smaller, we had the chance to talk about a lot of things. Au pairs had the chance to talk to me one on one about issues that they are dealing with. We also had a nice talk around the table about au pair topics, including child care, paying taxes, boyfriends and life with the host family.
Au Pair in America brings the world together. We bring au pairs from over 60 countries to US families who receive quality child care. Au pairs also share their culture with their host families and people who come in contact with them. We also offer a program called Global Awareness, and it gives au pairs the opportunity to share their culture in public settings like libraries or schools.
This week, my Swedish au pair Emma and my South African au pair Tracey came to St. Agnes School in Arlington center to present their country to kids in the classroom. Emma went to the 5th grade, and Tracey to the 7th. They both did an outstanding job and the kids learned a lot about Sweden and South Africa.
Emma presenting Sweden in the 5th grade
Tracey presenting South Africa in the 7th grade
GREAT JOB, EMMA AND TRACEY!
Both au pairs receive a Global Awareness Certificate as well as a
Starbucks gift card.
For more photos please visit Global Awareness
