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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.
There are safety tips throughout this site to keep the children safe. Here are some more tips for baby in honor of Baby Safety Month: Check condition and sturdiness of toys. Discard any that have sharp edges or are broken or falling apart. Check children’s clothing for loose buttons and remove strings. Is baby’s pacifier Read More
In the US we most often eat potatoes baked or fried. However, almost every culture has its own way of preparing potatoes – introduce your family to potatoes as you know them. Potatoes are also useful for many craft projects. Cut one in half and carve a simple design into the cut end, then dip Read More
Check our Pinterest board for great ideas! http://pinterest.com/aupairinamerica/school/ Read More
When it comes to the Education requirement, au pairs can be confused by the phrase “not less than six semester hours of academic credit OR its equivalent.” What that means is that au pairs do not NEED to take credit classes. In fact, some colleges or universities will not allow J-1 visa holders to register Read More
Hannah from Germany says in a postcard: “Dear Au Pair in America Team I have to say going to America and living with my Host Family was the best decision I’ve ever made. I saw almost everything that was on my bucket list and I really feel like I have a second home now. Read More
Back to school time is here. This can mean changes to the au pair schedule and possibly to the duties. It is very important to communicate these changes to avoid problems. Here is a list of topics to consider discussing: Au pair’s work schedule The children’s school and activity schedules Where the children get dropped Read More
Invite a friend over to play. No friends available? For preschool age children you can have a picnic or a tea party with stuffed animal friends. Suggested books to read: Best Friends for Frances by Russell Hoban and Frog and Toad are Friends by Arnold Lobel Read More
A Summer Craft Recipe: Watermelon Magnets! Use these on the refrigerator or give them as gifts. Suitable for ages three and older. In a bowl mix 1/2 cup flour and 1/4 cup salt. Add 1/2 Tablespoon of olive oil, 1/8 cup warm water and 1/4 teaspoon red food coloring. Blend well and knead 20 times. Read More
Toasting marshmallows at the end of a long green stick over a campfire is a summertime treat. This may not be possible at home, but you can still make S’mores, a messy, gooey, sweet summertime delight. 2 graham cracker squares 1 large marshmallow Handful of chocolate chips, or half a chocolate bar 2 tablespoons melted butter Read More
Before embarking on a Harry Potter birthday party, start the magic by asking guests to come dressed as a character from the books. Some essential characters include: Hermione Granger, Ron Weasley (and the rest of his family), Neville Longbottom, Draco Malfoy, and of course, Harry Potter. Have older family members dress as professors from Hogwarts, Read More
