Au Pair USA: An Au Pair Agency for Au Pairs and Host Families
Host families choose Au Pair USA because there is no other live-in childcare agency that's more reliable or experienced. Au Pair USA has been arranging au pair placements for over 20 years. We follow strict guidelines set by the U.S. Department of State to make sure that host families and au pairs have the best experience possible. Year-round and summer au pair programs are available.
What is an Au Pair?
Au pairs are caring, live-in childcare providers who live as an extended member of their host family and provide childcare for up to 10 hours per day and 45 hours per week. Au pairs are between the ages of 18 and 26, and come from more than 40 countries. In exchange for providing childcare, au pairs receive room, board, and a small stipend.
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An au pair's responsibilities can also include:
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Host Family Requirements
- Be willing to accept an au pair into your home as an extended family member
- Be willing to include the au pair in family meals, outings, holidays, and other events
- Speak English and be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents
- Be able to provide meals and a private room for your au pair (a private bathroom is not required)
- Reside in an area covered by an Au Pair USA local coordinator
- Agree to the terms set by the U.S. Department of State






