Most people want to travel during their gap year. But with so many amazing destinations and work abroad programs to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to start. If you're interested in paid work abroad programs, consider becoming an Au Pair. This exchange visitor program is perfect for you if: you
With everyone self-isolating right now, TV is probably on your mind. How much screen time is too much? How can your Au Pair keep your kids out of your hair while you're working from home? Kids' movies are a great tool to pass some time indoors and for your kids to bond with their Au
If you're new to the Au Pair program, you might be wondering where to start. Between federal regulations and finding the best match, there's enough information out there to make your head spin. Definitions These terms will help you understand the nuances of the Au Pair program. What is a Host Family? Before
Weekend classes are one of the best ways to fulfill your education requirements. Not only do some Au Pair classes allow you to get 3-6 credit hours in one weekend, but you get to have a fun vacation and an Au Pair weekend at the same time. What are the best weekend classes for
Au Pairs love to travel. If you're an Au Pair, one of your motivations for joining the program might've been a love for the USA. Your desire to get out and see the world can be infectious, and can even cause your Host Family to start exploring more. And if you're a Host Family, you
On Saturday, December 14, 2019, over 50 Au Pairs gathered at the Courtyard Marriott in Bloomington, MN. The occasion? A cultural event at which Au Pairs collected gifts for Toys for Tots and held an "American" gift exchange. What is a "Cultural Event"? Being an Au Pair means becoming immersed in U.S. culture for up
What a daily routine for 4-year-olds consists of can vary greatly. Some parents are intent on filling their child's day with school prep and reading practice. Other parents want their kids to play outside as often as possible. Chances are, you're somewhere in between the two. You want your kids to be successful and smart,
Many people wonder why volunteering is important- to Americans, or just in general. Your Local Area Representative (LAR) might even schedule volunteering as a cultural event. In fact, volunteering is such an integrated part of American culture, many Au Pairs name volunteer work as an important aspect of their year, because it offers insight into
Do you know what roti, chapati, and samosa mean? Maybe you are thinking that those are cities or exotic fruits, but if you know that those are Indian dishes, you are going to understand me when I say, "Your tongue has found a new world," because that's exactly
My Host Dad Asked Me To Say with Them Another Year By "Proposing" I’m so grateful that I have joined the Wharry family for over one year already. As their Au Pair, I am treated truly like a part of the family. My host kids, 9.5 and
