HOW THE PROCESS WORKS
- Application: Au pairs submit an online application detailing their childcare experience, motivations, and preferences for location and family.
- Screening and Interviews: We conduct thorough interviews and background checks to ensure suitability, experience, and character.
- Matching: Based on preferences, skills, and family needs, we provide a curated list of potential au pair candidates to host families.
- Placement Confirmation: Once the ideal match is made, we assist both the au pair and family in finalizing the details of the placement, including contracts, visas, and travel arrangements.
- Orientation and Ongoing Support: Both au pairs and families receive comprehensive training to ensure a smooth transition. Our support team is always available to assist with any issues that arise.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
- Will you be between the ages of 18-26 before your arrival in the U.S.?
- Have 200-500 hours of Childcare experience
- Completed Matric
- Have a Drivers License and experience driving?
- You are in good health
- Fluent in English
- Can commit to 12 months program – You may also extend your program once for 6,9 and 12 months.
HOW TO START YOUR PROCESS?
- Apply online and tell us about your childcare experience and why you want to be a part of this program
- Pay the Admin fee of R1500 for signing up and completing your application (Laylah will be the one guiding you on everything)
- Interview with interested host families and accept the match offer that is right for you, pay the matching fee of R3500.
- Once you match, you will pay the remaining balance of the program fee – R5500.
- We’ll help you apply for your J-1 visa, arrange your travel, and help you prepare to depart. You pay $185 Visa fee to the embassy and a SEVIS fee of $35 ( both fees are third party payments and are non refundable).
- Complete the Online Academy Training Program, which includes Child Development, First Aid/CPR, American Culture, and more.
- Travel to the USA and meet your new American host family.
Au pairs earn money and enjoy other great perks
Minimum weekly stipend of $195.75 – $225.00 paid by the host family
A private room and meals
USD 500 toward college classes
Roundtrip airfare to the USA and back
2 weeks paid vacation and extra month at the end of the term to travel
A legal, U.S. State Dept issued J-1 visa