Go Au Pair in Houston

Go Au Pair in Houston offers a child care experience through cultural exchange.

Au Pairs provide reliable, live-in child care which meets the specific needs of your family.

And – an Au Pair costs the same no matter how many children you have.

What our Host Families love about the Au Pair program

      
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   Karen Paco 
 February 10, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our experience with the au pair program has been positive overall. Our au pair has been reliable, kind, and an excellent match for our family. The program provides a helpful structure for childcare and cultural exchange, and it has worked well for us
  
 
     
 
   Monique Venter 
 April 7, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had smooth experience as an au pair.  Great family, wonderful city and more. I enjoyed me time with the kids and the family.  I wouldn't change a thing

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.

Local Area Representative in Houston

Go Au Pair has a Local Area Representative in Houston and surrounding areas to help our families during their experience. Our agency’s local representative will assist your family and Au Pair with any questions related to your live in child care needs.

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Additional Resources for Families and Au Pairs in Houston, TX

Au Pair Driver's License

AuPairs can get a license and drive while in Texas. Host Families need to check with their car insurance agency for their rules for adding an AuPair to the insurance.

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Public Transportation

Many Au Pairs choose to get their driver’s license and use a vehicle provided by the Host family. There are other great alternative transportation options available. Some of the Au Pairs have used various local ride shares including Uber and Lyft. The Greater Houston area offers public transportation in addition to bike share programs as well.

Bus System 

METRO offers several types of bus service in Houston.https://www.ridemetro.org

Low-Cost Bike Share

The city’s BCycle program is growing and currently consists of 90 stations with 635 bikes available for short-term rentals throughout central Houston.https://houston.bcycle.com

Colleges & Universities for Au Pairs to Attend

Au Pairs are required to complete 6 credits/72 classroom hours while they are here in Houston. Here are some places in Houston to consider for enrollment.

https://www.fortis.edu/campuses/training-program-450-n-sam-houston-parkway-e-houston-tx.aspx

We also have a few language schools that many of our Au Pairs like to attend. Our Utah Au Pairs attend American One Language School and Lumos Language School, both in the Salt Lake Valley.

Au Pair & Host Family Tax Information

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.

Social Security Card

An Au Pair will need to get a Social Security # before getting a bank account and driver’s license. Go Au Pair will provide a welcome packet with social security information, on the Au Pairs arrival. We advise Au Pairs to wait 10 days after arrival to get their social security number. You can make an appointment at a social security office, closest to your home.

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Child-Friendly Activities for Au Pairs and Host Families

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.