Au Pairs making a difference
Education Options
- “Free” ESL On-Line classes
- BMCC Manhatten Community College (TRAVEL CLASS)
- CW Post Long Island University (weekend courses)
- Facts about the education requirement
- HOW DO I COMPLETE THE EDUCATION REQUIREMENT OF THE PROGRAM?
- International House Language School-for Philadelphia aupairs
- Montgomery County Community College
- TOEFL Test Sites
- UCLA Extension Program – APIA Advantage
Getting your PA Drivers License
- Cantor’s Driving School
- How to get a PA Drivers License (also click on “Au Pair Info” at top of page)
- On-line practice driving test
Helpful Links for Host Families
- Culture Quests
- Host Family Interview Tips
- How to skype
- Penny Talk Global calling card
- Weather
- World clock
Information
- Link to social security application
- Links to US Embassies/Consulates
- Red Cross CPR Classes
- Social Security Office Locator
- Volunteer opportunities
Local Gyms/Fitness
Medical & Dental Information
- Au Pair In America Medical Insurance
- American Family Care
- CVS Minute Clinic
- Finding a doctor or medical facility that accepts your insurance
- Patient First (a medical center)
- Planned Parenthood
- Resources for Information on H1N1
- Temple School of Dentistry (clinic)
- Vision Care at Walmart
- Walgreen’s Take Care Clinic
Shopping
- King of Prussia Mall – King of Prussia, PA
- Liberty Village Premium Outlets – Flemington, NJ
- Montgomery Mall – North Wales, PA
- Penns Purchase Outlets – Lahaska, PA
- Philadelphia Premium Outlets – Limerick, PA
- Plymouth Meeting Mall – Plymouth Meeting, PA
- Willow Grove Park Mall – Willow Grove, PA
Taxes
- Form 1040NR-EZ
- General tax information for au pairs
- Instructions for 1040NR-EZ
- Questions and answers about taxes
Things to do with host children
- Disney on-line
- Go to the Adventure Auquarium
- Kids Culture Corner
- Movie Theaters
- Please Touch Museum
- Public Library Locator
- The Academy of Natural Sciences
- Visit the Philadelphia Zoo
Things to do with other au pairs
- Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom (amusement & water park)
- Hershey’s Chocolate World Tour
- HersheyPark (amusement park)
- Knoebels Amusement Park (Elysburg, PA – above Allentown)
- Movie Theaters
- Six Flags – Great Adventure & Wild Safari (amusement park in NJ)
Travel Links for Au Pairs – DESTINATIONS
- 100 Free things to do in Washington, DC
- Canada
- Cultural Hi-Ways
- Delaware
- Discover Beautiful New England
- New Jersey Shore
- New York City
- Pennsylvania Dutch Country
- Suntrek
- The Jane Hotel – New York
- The Pod Hotel – New York
- Visit Philadelphia and the surrounding areas
- Washington, DC
- Youth Hostel Information
Travel Links for Au Pairs – TRANSPORTATION
- AMTRAK train services
- BACC Travel (Brazilian airfare)
- Bolt Bus (to NY & DC)
- Bus Services (Greyhound)
- Cheap Tickets Website
- Chinatown Bus (Philly to NY)
- Expedia Website
- FARE COMPARE – Find Cheap flights Fast
- Local Train Services (Septa)
- Mega Bus
- Travel by train (Amtrak)
- Travelocity Website