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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.
In celebration of the fall and anticipation of Halloween, au pairs visited the pumpkin patch at Perrilloux Farms in Montz, Louisiana. After a short wagon ride to the field, each au pair set out in search of that one perfect pumpkin to carve with the assistance of host children and put on the doorstep for Read More
Alligators, herons, turtles and raccoons were just some of the animals au pairs had a chance to observe while traversing the Manchac swamp with the Cajun Pride Tours. A lively and informative commentary, in both English and French, by the guide, and a visit from a baby alligator made for a fun and interesting outing. Read More
With their host families, tour companies, friends, or all by themselves, au pairs love to travel across the United States. This summer, Laura decided to leave hot and humid New Orleans for a vacation in Alaska. She said her experience was “awesome” and we can well believe, judging by her pictures. (As per the Department Read More
The most crucial step that a host family and au pair must take to avoid problems is to talk to each other often and honestly! This point cannot be over-emphasized. Many families and au pairs have found out that a small problem had grown to major proportions simply because it had not been discussed in Read More
Many au pairs have never experienced a school busing system; make sure they understand how it works and what to do. Make sure au pairs know the car line rules. If driving the children, new au pairs should know how much time it takes to get to the school and the directions. Pack a healthy Read More
Au pairs’ visit to Satchmo Fest on the grounds of the LA State Museum’s Old U.S. Mint in the French Quarter started with sunshine and ended with pouring rain but was fun from beginning to end. In addition to enjoying local music, cuisine, laughter, and camaraderie, au pairs also visited current museum exhibition, “Race, Are Read More
In the spirit of multiculturalism au pairs attended the annual Greek Festival in New Orleans. Surrounded by the unmistakable strains of Greek music and delicious smells of Greek food, they mixed with the toga-clad crowds frolicking on the banks of Bayou St. John. Read More
Promotion Deadline Reminder: Apply by April 30 and Save $700! Apply before Saturday, April 30, 2011, and we will waive the $350 application fee. Save an additional $350 when you match by June 30th, 2011! Register today to access to hundreds of au pair profiles with no obligation. Learn more about these special offer for Read More
Audubon Park was the setting for our annual Host Family International Day. Host families and au pairs enjoyed the meeting in the beautiful surroundings while partaking of the delicious food prepared by au pairs. A presentation by Juliana, our au pair from Columbia, encouraged everybody to visit her country. A leaflet with tips on how Read More
Driving in the United States A Driver Safety Course Custom Designed with Au Pairs In Mind No matter how much driving experience your new au pair may have, she is now preparing to drive in a foreign country. If you have ever driven in a foreign country or even rented a car somewhere you Read More
