BECOME AN AU PAIR IN THE USA
Discover America. Experience a new culture. Make a difference in a child’s life.
Dreaming of experiencing life in the United States while gaining valuable childcare experience? True Pair Au Pair is here to help you explore the opportunity, prepare for your journey, and take your first steps towards becoming an au pair in the USA.
Your adventure could start here!
WHY CHOOSE USA?
Being an au pair in the USA offers more than the chance to experience a new country. It can provide valuable childcare experience, cultural exchange, educational opportunities and personal growth while you live with a host family.
REQUIREMENTS TO AU PAIR IN THE USA
- Be between 18 and 26 years old when you arrive in the USA
- Be available for a 12-month cultural exchange programme
- You can provide at least two references (+200 hours), from non-family members
- Have a Grade 12 diploma
- Have a genuine love and interest in children.
- Have good English language skills
- Have at least 500 hours of previous childcare experience with children who are not family members
- Have a valid driver’s licence
- Be in good health.
- Have no criminal record.
- ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT FOR INFANT CARE
To care for children under two years old, au pair candidates must have at least 200 hours of previous childcare experience with children under the age of two.
BENEFITS OF BECOMING AN AU PAIR IN THE USA
Sponsorship & Pay
Weekly stipend, J-1 sponsorship, programme support and working-hour limits.
Housing & Travel
Host-family accommodation, flights, vacation and opportunities to explore the USA.
Educational Benefits
Orientation, eligible academic study and opportunities to learn new skills.
Improve Your English
Practise everyday English and build communication confidence.
Career & Personal Development
Develop transferable skills and gain international childcare experience.
READY TO START YOUR JOURNEY?
Your international adventure could be closer than you think.
Take the first step and find out if au pairing could be right for you.