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How Local Coordinators Have Been Supporting Au Pairs During COVID-19

by Matt Wallace on June 30, 2020

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Have you heard the expression “bloom where you are planted”? Even when life is difficult, one can make the most out of opportunities in their current situation. While social distancing has forced the world to plant themselves indoors, people are blooming. Many au pairs remained...

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Au Pairing During COVID-19

by Matt Wallace on June 30, 2020

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A host mom reflects on how COVID-19 changed life with her au pair, and how Au Pair USA has supported her While COVID-19 has affected many cultural exchange programs, many au pairs who arrived prior to social distancing regulations are still nobly supporting their host...

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What is Presidents Day?

by InterExchange Staff on February 11, 2020

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On the third Monday of every February, we celebrate Presidents Day. This day, which was originally celebrated on George Washington’s birthday, honors our presidents, past and present. Because both George Washington and Abraham Lincoln had profound and lasting impacts on United States history, and both...

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Returning Home – Who Au Pairs Can Ask For Letters of Recommendation

by Mary Beth Grealey on February 5, 2020

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As you near the end of your au pair program, it’s time to prepare for the next phase of your life. You may be returning to school and/or job hunting. This post will explain who au pairs can ask for letters of recommendation, what to ask...

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Why Do We Honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.?

by Stephanie Willhide on January 18, 2020

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On the third Monday of every January, we observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This is a day for the nation to reflect upon the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a minister, civil rights activist and nonviolent leader. Dr. King was considered the...

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Meet the 2019 Au Pair of the Year!

by Mary Beth Grealey on January 16, 2020

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We’re thrilled to announce our 2019 Au Pair of the Year, Hagen Kamieth, from Siegen, Germany! The Moore family of Redmond, Washington, nominated Hagen who arrived to the U.S. in July and has been caring for their six-year-old daughter, Kira. Au Pair USA staff members...

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Au Pairs: How to Have an Amazing Program Year

by Mary Beth Grealey on January 14, 2020

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As an au pair, you’ve put in a lot of time getting ready for your program year. You’ve had prep work to do before leaving your home country. Once you arrive to your host family, the learning continues. Here are a few tips for a successful program...

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Wrapping Up Your Au Pair Program

by Mary Beth Grealey on January 7, 2020

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As you approach the end of your au pair program, there are several things to consider. The process for wrapping up your au pair program should be as thoughtful as the pre-arrival process. Extensions If you decide to extend for another 6, 9 or 12...

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Au Pairs Celebrate December Holidays

by Mary Beth Grealey on January 6, 2020

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December au pair cluster meetings were filled with cookies, international potlucks, gingerbread houses, present exchanges, volunteering, and many kinds of hats! Au pairs and local coordinators enjoyed celebrating the December holidays. Happy New Year!

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Celebrating the Holidays in the U.S.

by Mary Beth Grealey on December 2, 2019

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Phew, we made it through Thanksgiving! Most American families celebrate Thanksgiving similarly: lots of food and family and friends, naps, and more food. With December upon us, it’s a good time for au pairs and host families to talk about the upcoming holidays and plan...