Poughkeepsie’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 Poughkeepsie 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 Poughkeepsie 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 Representative in Poughkeepsie
Go Au Pair has a Local Area Representative in Poughkeepsie 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.
Carol McKenzie Harvey
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Territory State(s)
Connecticut (CT); New York (NY)
Territory Geo Description
I cover all of Dutchess and Orange Counties which represent a very large chunk of the Mid-Hudson Valley.
Territory Major Towns
Poughkeepsie, Monroe, Montgomery, Waccabuc, Wappingers, Poughquag, Washingtonville
Territory Counties
Dutchess & Orange
Host Families
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Au Pairs
Do you love taking care of children, want to improve your English and live with a family in the U.S. for a year?
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Poughkeepsie 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 Connecticut (CT); New York (NY) 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 Poughkeepsie
Au Pairs will find that Poughkeepsie 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 Poughkeepsie
Au Pairs need to complete their education requirement as part of their exchange program in the United States. Here are some places in Poughkeepsie they may be able to enroll.