Find out why au pair Tati chose her host family and how they build their relationship every day.

Why I chose my host family

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Who do au pairs live with? What are host families actually like? Get a closer glimpse at our host families. 

Cultural Care Au Pair host families are diverse and welcoming, eager to include their au pairs as part of their family while offering unique cultural experiences. They come from various backgrounds, family structures, and locations across the USA.

Who are Cultural Care Au Pair host families?

Read about Viviana, a former Colombian au pair who began her journey as a professional and political scientist in the USA!

How being an au pair jump-started my career 

German au pair Myles gives his advice on how to move on from a host family that isn’t working—and how to embrace the exciting new chapter of rematch! 

Rematch is Not the End of the World

Learn more about being a return au pair.  Being an au pair twice can teach you so much more about life in the USA.

Returning to the USA as an au pair

All au pairs who come to the USA on a cultural exchange visa complete college credits at a school of their choice. Hear how au pairs have benefitted from that experience over the years!  

Being an au pair in the USA not only fosters independence and global connections but also offers a unique educational opportunity—completing college credits at a U.S. institution—which enhances professional prospects and personal growth through exposure to diverse subjects and teaching methods.

Au pair education in the USA

My American Education

British au pair Hollie's host family moved to a new corner of the state during her au pair term! Learn how it made her more independent and closer to her host parents.

Moving with my host family

Moving with my Host Family

Hear from au pairs who used their experience in the USA to reach their future career goals!

Life after your au pair year

"Introducing our 2023 Host Families of the Year!"

We sat down for a Q&A with Local Childcare Consultant (LCC) Joanne Dooley! Read our interview to learn more about the ins and outs of au pair support services. 

A Local Childcare Consultant (LCC) plays a vital role in supporting au pairs and host families during their time together in the USA, acting as a confidante and problem-solver while facilitating cultural exchange and helping both parties navigate challenges.

Interview with a Local Childcare Consultant

Living with an American host family is a special chance to experience cultural exchange! Read how host mom Andrea has embraced the au pair life. 

Host Mom Spotlight: The Story of Andrea

Former au pair Malene describes moving back home after a year abroad. From tough goodbyes to culture shock, it’s normal to have conflicting feelings about going home.

Feelings that are Normal to Have as you Prepare to Head Home

When Colombian au pair Vanessa arrived in the USA, her host child was only 2 months old! Learn why caring for an infant as an au pair is such a rewarding experience—and some tips and tricks to make it easier! 

Choosing to become an au pair and care for an infant allowed me to form a deep bond while experiencing personal growth, cultural learning, and the joy of guiding a child's early milestones, all while discovering my own independence and confidence.

Caring for an infant

Caring for an Infant

Mexican au pair Paula tells the story of how she met her husband Kevin from Germany while they were living in the USA as au pairs. 

Falling in love as an au pair

Falling in Love as an Au Pair

Hear from real au pairs who have just arrived in America about what their biggest goals are for their au pair year. Get inspired from their stories!   

My Au Pair Bucket List

Meet Jess Hurley, the founder of the Global Ambassador Program! She walks us through the ins and outs of being an Ambassador, and how it heightens the Cultural Care au pair experience.  

Cultural Care Au Pair’s Ambassador Program offers au pairs the chance to enhance their experience in the U.S. through community involvement, media opportunities, and professional development, while fostering cultural exchange and building lasting friendships.

An inside look at the ambassador program

An inside look at the Ambassador Program

An Inside Look at the Ambassador Program

Take to the road and explore the USA with our 6 American road trip tips

6 essential tips for your next American road trip

Being an au pair means expanding your horizons! Learn from Laura—a former au pair from Colombia—about six things you learn as an au pair in the USA. 

6 Things you Learn as an Au Pair

Au pairs are making the world a better place—find out how you can make an impact as an au pair.

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