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Brr…It’s cold out there!
Whether you’re battling boredom in a blizzard or staying indoors during the polar vortex, Au Pair in America has a Pinterest pinboard devoted to all things fun in the Winter. Continue reading
Our December 2015 Cluster Meeting was full of fun.
From reviewing important seasonal safety tips to sharing holiday traditions from many different countries, our December cluster meeting was full of learning and fun. Each Au Pair brought a treat that reminded her of the holidays and a wrapped present for a gift exchange. Continue reading
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of year for Au Pairs to learn more about the American spirit of volunteering. For our November cluster meeting, Au Pairs from two DC clusters gathered to discuss volunteering and ways they can help the DC community. Continue reading
One of the most common questions we get about the au pair program is about the au pair’s schedule and hours. How many hours can an au pair work? Can an au pair work on nights or weekends? Continue reading
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Each month, APIA’s Orientation Team offers free webinars designed to help our au pairs make the most of their year in the US. Au Pairs describe the webinars as fun and educational. Topics include travel tips, working vacations, communicating with your host family, activity ideas, homesickness, and much more. Continue reading
On Sunday, September 13th, APIA Host Families and Au Pairs gathered at the Cleveland Park Club for a wonderful afternoon of fun, food, and friendship. Continue reading
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These FREE and informative webinars are designed specifically for you and are hosted by your orientation trainers. Topics include travel tips, working vacations, communicating with your host family, activity ideas, homesickness, and much more. Don’t miss these important tips that will help you get the most out of your year! Continue reading
APIA’s July 2015 Calendar
Each month, Au Pair in America provides a calendar full of helpful information and fun activities for everyone in the family.
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Does it seem like the days are getting longer, but the hours are getting shorter? Too much to do and never enough time to do it all? You’re not alone- many host parents are struggling with the same challenges as school comes to a close for the year.
The flexible schedule is one of many reasons many families champion the Au Pair program. We all know that our au pairs can work no more than 10 hours per day and 45 hours per week. However, summer can be a real challenge for host parents who are working full-time. Once kids are out of school, an Au Pair’s regulation hours may not be enough time to cover all of your childcare needs.
Day camps are a great way to fill in the gaps, and there are many options in the DC area. Below is a list of camps not too far from our part of town. At posting time, all still had some availability. If you know of others your kids have enjoyed, please share on our private Facebook group page. Let’s work together to find options for our cluster kiddos– and make it a great summer for everyone!
*My children have attended these camps. Please reach out to me with any questions about them.
