The place to learn more about Au Pair in America in Southern Maryland – Serving St Mary's, Calvert and Charles Counties.
Au Pair in America is the nation's first legal au pair program. Since 1986, we have provided the best child care opportunities to host families across the U.S. and au pairs from around the world.
Melktert – South Africa Melktert(or Milk Tart) is a Afrikaner dessert consisting of a sweet pastry crust containing a custard filling made from milk, flour, sugar and eggs. The ratio of milk to eggs is higher than in a traditional Portuguese custard tart or Chinese egg tart, resulting in a lighter texture and Read More
AUSTRALIA Between the Indian Ocean and South Pacific Ocean Capital: Canberra Languages: English Predominant Religion(s): Christianity COMMON CHARACTERISTICS: Australians are quite direct and will freely discuss a range of subjects. Most Australians grow up believing that everyone should have equal rights and be treated the same. Australia was the second country in the Read More
Day Two of our Around the World in 80 Days series bring us to Germany to learn a recipe for German Potato Salad. There are several different versions of German Potato Salad, just like there are in America. This recipe calls for apples! Potato Salad (‘Kartoffelsalat’) 800g (28 oz.) cooked potatos 2 onions Read More
Around the World in 80 Days!! Summer break has officially arrived in Southern Maryland. Over the next 80 days (ending on Labor Day), we’ll discuss different cultural things each day! From general country info to cultural norms to recipes and more!! Let’s focus on global awareness and share some cultural experiences! Most importantly, share your culture Read More
Camp Au Pair is in the kitchen next week! As always, have a discussion with your host family about allergens and any food preferences they may have before beginning. This is a great resource for you to work with collaboratively with your host parents! Feeling creative? Check out the Au Pair in America Pinterest Read More
Father’s Day in the U.S. is Sunday, June 20. Father’s Day recognizes fathers, fatherhood and paternal bonds in general, as well as the positive contributions that they make to society. The nation’s first Father’s Day was celebrated on June 19, 1910, in the state of Washington. However, it was not until 1972–58 years after Read More
Due to COVID-19, Au Pair in America has temporarily given approval for online/virtual classes, with a few conditions. Classes must be offered by an accredited school and the class must registered for by August 30, 2021. Au pairs must still produce certificates or other acceptable documentation confirming the completion of the class. If in 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
Mother’s Day in the U.S. is Sunday, May 9. Mother’s Day recognizes mothers, motherhood and maternal bonds in general, as well as the positive contributions that they make to society. It was established by Anna Jarvis, with the first official Mother’s Day was celebrated at St. Andrew’s Methodist Church in Grafton, West Virginia, on May 10, 1908. Mother’s Day Read More
Phones, tablets, and laptops are wonderful tools to stay connected and informed, but we need to be careful not to let them become distractions from real life interactions and most importantly our responsibilities. Au Pairs – Imagine for a moment that you went to the hospital and you were in the care of doctors and Read More
