How to Teach Children (and Make Knowledge Stick)

By |2020-04-07T13:32:24+00:00April 7th, 2020|Childcare Advice, Host Families|

Do you feel like you constantly repeat yourself and your kids just don’t listen? Do you experience a daily struggle getting your children to remember what you told them five minutes ago? Well, you aren’t alone.

It’s even worse when you teach your kids something, and they can’t seem to remember it

10 Best Outdoor Games for Kids (Without Contact)

By |2024-04-02T06:36:09+00:00April 6th, 2020|Childcare Advice, Host Families|

Families all over the country are either working from home, homeschooling, trying to establish new routines, or all of the above. Now more than ever, it is important for kids to remain active and get outside to play.  I’m here to remind you about some of the best outdoor games for kids.

Au Pair and Family Successes During COVID-19

By |2023-10-23T10:42:51+00:00April 3rd, 2020|Success Stories|

With many parents working full time from home and their children home full time as well, parents are finding it difficult to work, provide child care, and home school their children all at the same time.  We all know that child care and teaching are also full-time jobs so how are parents getting this

Top 10 Reasons to Choose In Home Child Care

By |2023-10-23T11:01:58+00:00March 26th, 2020|Host Families|

Finding reliable child care can often be difficult, and with so many options out there, how do you find the right fit for your family? Here are the top 10 reasons why many of our Host Families choose in-home child care, not necessarily in this order.

1.  Personalized child care following your expectations

What is Go Au Pair doing about the Coronavirus (COVID-19)?

By |2023-10-23T10:50:27+00:00March 19th, 2020|News|

(last updated on March 18, 2020)

Go Au Pair continues to monitor and adapt to the fast-changing decisions made by governments, organizations, institutions, and companies worldwide responding to concerns over the Coronavirus (henceforth referred to as COVID-19).

Our commitment is to keep our entire community informed on the impacts specific to the Au Pair Program.  We encourage

Work Abroad in the USA During Your Gap Year

By |2020-03-17T16:32:32+00:00March 18th, 2020|Au Pairs|

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 love children

Best Kids’ Movies for Au Pairs to Watch with Host Kids

By |2020-03-17T14:59:46+00:00March 17th, 2020|Au Pairs, Best Practices|

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

Mom Finds Her Experience “Hard to Put Into Words”

By |2020-03-12T22:10:32+00:00March 12th, 2020|LoveMyAuPair Contest, Success Stories|

First-time Host Family “clicked” with an Au Pair & knew she was the one

Ben and Cambria needed childcare for their infant and two school-aged children. With both parents working full-time, daily childcare drop-offs had become a huge hassle. So, when a friend referred them to Go Au Pair, they immediately knew it was

Working Parents “Totally Blown Away” by Au Pair’s Actions

By |2023-07-03T16:11:00+00:00March 12th, 2020|LoveMyAuPair Contest, Success Stories|

Parents Struggling with Work + Special Needs Care Were Looking for “Exceptional Childcare”

Two working parents, Brendan & Jules, already knew that the Au Pair program was the solution they needed for their 2-year-old son, Luca, who had a sensory processing disorder, which led to a speech delay and behavioral adjustments.

When speech

New Here? Best Tips for Host Families & Au Pairs

By |2020-03-06T14:31:13+00:00March 10th, 2020|Au Pairs, Host Families|

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?

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