Houston’s Premier Provider of Au Pair Child Care
What is an Au Pair?
Au Pairs are pre-screened international young adults with child care experience who provide full time, live-in child care and introduces a memorable cultural experience at an affordable cost. With Au Pair child care, families in Houston can enjoy all the benefits of in home child care. Au Pairs can be responsible for general supervision of the children, driving, laundry, homework help, preparing meals, and providing morning and bedtime help. As an Au Pair agency, Go Au Pair is dedicated to helping families in the Houston area choose an Au Pair that fits their specific family needs.
Au Pair child care offers a valuable cultural exchange experience, while providing reliable, live-in child care which meets the specific needs of your family. Get More Details
Local Area Representatives in Houston
Go Au Pair has a Local Area Representative in Houston and surrounding areas to help our families during their experience. Our agency local representative will assist your family and Au Pair with any questions related to your live in child care needs.
Josie Legg
“[Josie] really cares about the au pairs and does a great job planning fun and meaningful activities for them. She brought up good points of discussion we hadn’t thought about.”
“Josie is very helpful and understand and I am glad she is my LAR”
“Josie Legg has a genuine care and concern for the au pairs and families- she even opens her home to them!”
“[Josie] is really very nice, she always text or call me to know what I am doing and give me important information.”
“Josie calls frequently and show a lot of interest in what I do and how I’m doing.”
About me
My name is Josie Legg, and I’m a Local Area Representative (LAR) for Go Au Pair in the Greater Houston Area, south of I-10. I have held that position since 1988 and have had the pleasure of working with many many Au Pairs and Host Families.
My favorite thing about being a LAR
I enjoy helping the new and experienced Au Pairs and Host Families assimilate and learn the details of living together to provide quality childcare. The role of liaison, counselor, and social/cultural event planner is interesting and rewarding. Through the years I have stayed in contact with many of my former Au Pairs and Host Families, which in itself is so satisfying.
Why I love my job
I always look forward to meeting new and interesting families and Au Pairs who are currently arriving from South and Central America, Western and Central Europe and Asia. The diversity of cultures is so much fun and enlightening. I so enjoy planning events that include both Au Pairs and Host Families to help us all learn about the Greater Houston Area and all the diverse advantages. We are a happy, inclusive group. Come join us.
Territory State(s)
Texas (TX)
Territory Geo Description
I cover Northern Houston and surrounding suburbs with Master planned communities that include a lot of tree lined streets, biking/walking paths, shopping, restaurants and entertainment. 3-45 minutes from downtown Houston.
Territory Major Towns
Northern Houston (north of I-1), Katy, Cypress, Spring, The Woodlands, and Humble
Territory Counties
Harris and Montgomery counties.
Julie Miner
“It is really good for me to know I have her support. She is really sweet.”
“Julie is great, flexible, and she is there for the au pairs as well as the families. She tries to hold cultural events that we all like.”
“[Julie] is very personable and professional.”
About me
My name is Julie and I am lucky to be the Northern Houston Local Area Representative for Go Au Pair. I have been with Go Au Pair for the past 10 years and have enjoyed every minute. In 2009, I began as a LAR in Omaha, NE and moved to Northern Houston in August of 2011 where I have continued my role as a LAR. I have been married to my husband, Nathan, for almost 2 decades and we have two daughters. I graduated college from the University of Nebraska (Go Huskers!) with a degree in Human Resources and Family Science and then completed my hours for a certificate in crisis counseling. My hobbies include reading, anything having to do with water (swimming, boating, etc…), working out and traveling.
My favorite thing about being a LAR
I have always loved my job as a Local Area Representative. I feel it is a unique fit that combines my love of children, different cultures, and helping others. I also feel like I have a good insight into both roles of Host Families and Au Pairs, because I was a nanny/au pair throughout college and then we had a nanny when our children were young. I really enjoy being able to offer local support to my cluster along with providing social/cultural events.
Why I love my job
My cluster is expanding throughout Northern Houston, including (but not limited to) Katy, Cypress, The Woodlands, Spring, Conroe, and Humble. We are always looking for and recruiting new families and are offering a wonderful discount to any new Host Families in the Houston Areas.
Territory State(s)
Texas (TX)
Territory Geo Description
I cover Northern Houston and surrounding suburbs with Master planned communities that include a lot of tree lined streets, biking/walking paths, shopping, restaurants and entertainment. 3-45 minutes from downtown Houston.
Territory Major Towns
Northern Houston (north of I-1), Katy, Cypress, Spring, The Woodlands, and Humble
Territory Counties
Harris and Montgomery counties.
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About me
My favorite thing about being a LAR
Why I love my job
Territory State(s)
Texas (TX)
Territory Geo Description
Territory Major Towns
Territory Counties
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Houston Resources for Au Pairs & Host Families
Driver’s License
Driving can be part of your Au Pair’s responsibilities. If this is the case, the Au Pair will need to get a driver’s license from the nearest Texas (TX) DMV office.
Social Security Card
Obtaining a social security number is important to both the Au Pair and the Host Family for tax payments, tax credits, and opening bank accounts.
Public Transportation
Au Pairs can learn about inexpensive solutions to travel around town. Taxis and shuttles are also available.
IRS Guidelines
Au Pairs and Host Families can learn about tax withholdings and filing specific for the Au Pair program. Always consult a tax advisor to learn how taxes apply.
Child Friendly Activities for Au Pairs and Host Families in Houston
Au Pairs will find that Houston offers a wide variety of exciting things to do and places to visit. There are many historical museums, art displays, scenic touring, and physical activities. Families can help Au Pairs find activities they are most interested in.
Colleges and Universities for Au Pairs to Attend in Houston
Au Pairs need to complete their education requirement as part of their exchange program in the United States. Here are some places in Houston they may be able to enroll.
- http://www.westwood.edu/locations/texas/houston-south-campus/
- http://www.sbhouston.com/
- http://east.tsb.edu/Pages/Homepage.aspx
- http://www.fortis.edu/campuses/training-program-450-n-sam-houston-parkway-e-houston-tx.aspx
- http://www.universities.com/edu/Bradford_School_of_Business.html
- http://www.aih.aii.edu/