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Au Pairs Volunteer at the Los Angeles Marathon

by Marisa Lonic on May 8, 2023

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This past March, Au Pair USA Local Coordinator and former au pair Anderson Camargo took his group of Southern California au pairs to volunteer at the Los Angeles Marathon. Anderson heard about the opportunity through the U.S. Department of State and thought it would be...

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Ways to Celebrate Earth Day

by Marisa Lonic on April 14, 2023

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Earth Day is an annual celebration that is dedicated to protecting Earth’s natural resources. It’s celebrated on April 22nd each year. Chances are you’ve done something to commemorate this day in your home country, as it’s a day that is acknowledged in more than 190...

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Tips for Finding Your Host Family

by Marisa Lonic on March 31, 2023

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Congratulations! Your au pair application has been accepted! Your profile is live and available to interested families. You eagerly await notifications from host families excited to speak with you. Should you just sit back and wait? No way! Here are some of our best tips...

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Spring Break Destinations for Your Au Pair Year

by Marisa Lonic on March 15, 2023

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Have you been thinking about taking a trip soon? Springtime in the U.S. (March 20-June 21) is a great time of year to get away. Not only is the weather mild in most places, spring often attracts fewer tourists than summer months, so many destinations...

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Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with Your Host Kids

by Marisa Lonic on March 3, 2023

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Being an au pair means experiencing lots of new traditions, especially when it comes to holidays. You’ll likely enjoy your first Thanksgiving dinner during your au pair program year. Perhaps you’ll go trick or treating on Halloween for the first time. And, chances are, you’re...

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From Au Pair to Head of Human Resources

by Marisa Lonic on February 27, 2023

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When Alejandra decided to become an au pair in 2021, she was working in the psychology field in Mexico. She had gotten her degree in child psychology a few years earlier and had an affinity for supporting the mental health of children and parents alike....

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Dos and Don’ts of Packing for Your Au Pair Year

by Marisa Lonic on February 13, 2023

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When you’re packing your suitcase for a year abroad as an au pair, it can be challenging to know what to bring and what to leave behind. Here are our best tips when it comes to the necessary (and unnecessary) items for the year ahead....

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The Power of Translation: Au Pair Sofia’s Story as a New York City Marathon Interpreter

by Marisa Lonic on January 24, 2023

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When Sofia arrived in the U.S. as an au pair in August 2022 from Spain, she was excited to participate in a cultural exchange experience like the au pair program. “I had never done an Erasmus program and wanted to participate in one.” At 24,...

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New Year’s Goals to Make the Most of Your Au Pair Year

by Marisa Lonic on January 9, 2023

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Happy New Year! It’s time to think about new beginnings, new goals, and new ways you may want to make the most of your time in the USA. Here are some ways you can make 2023 your best year yet as an au pair: You...

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Meet Au Pair USA’s 2022 Super Au Pair Finalist, Nana!

by Marisa Lonic on December 20, 2022

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Before deciding to become an au pair, Super Au Pair finalist Nana was a kindergarten teacher in Japan. She thought coming to the U.S. would be a great opportunity to use her childcare skills, improve her English and experience a new culture. Since her arrival...