AuPairCare Au Pair Benefits

Rated the best au pair sponsor agency, providing exceptional quality of care to our au pairs.

What's Included

Benefits of the AuPairCare Advantage

Our reputation is built on top quality service and benefits.

Higher Weekly Stipend

Earn a higher minimum weekly stipend than most agencies.

AuPairCare Connect NYC

Experience New York City, connect with other au pairs, and create friendships before meeting your host family.

Safety and Support

At AuPairCare, your safety and well-being are at the heart of everything we do.

Carefully selected host families with thorough background checks and in-home interviews.

Dedicated local Area Directors are there for you, and offer personal support, guiding you every step of the way.

24/7 emergency assistance and regular check-ins, we make sure you’re never alone.

Monthly au pair social events – grow your global friendship group.

Surrounded by a strong community of fellow au pairs and ongoing training, we go above and beyond to ensure you feel safe, supported, and truly at home during your program.

Contractual Benefits

Defined contractual duties and working hours (maximum 45 hours per week)

Private bedroom and free board

Earn a weekly stipend of USD $215 minimum (higher than $195.75 required by U.S. Department of State)*

2 weeks of paid holidays (10 working days)

1 and 1/2 days of free time per week

1 completely free weekend per month

12-month program with option to extend to 24 months

1 month of optional travel in the USA after successful end of the program

Tuition fees for up to $500 for college courses (6 Credits or 60 hours)

Comprehensive training and support with our AuPairCare Virtual Academy

* The US Department of State determines the minimum amount of weekly pocket money for childcare by au pairs. The calculation is based on the federal minimum wage after deduction of 40% for food and lodging. The host family and au pair are free to agree a higher compensation than the legally stipulated minimum.

Flexible Flights

Your flight is covered to the US, including connecting flights from New York to the host family, and flexible return flight to your home country upon successful completion of the program.

Visa

Your DS-2019 form and SEVIS fee will be covered. You will only need to pay the local visa application and processing fee when applying for your J-1 visa.

Insurance

Your travel and accident insurance package is covered for the length of your program, including liability insurance during working hours.

Extras

Certificate of successful participation, optional one-time extension of the au pair stay for 6, 9, or 12 months, and USD $250 to $500 college tuition to earn 3 or 6 credits (depending on length of extension).

Group of au pairs in New York City subway

Group of au pairs with AuPairCare Connect in New York City Rockefeller Center

Group of au pairs with AuPairCare Connect in New York City Central Park

Group of au pairs with AuPairCare Connect in New York City Times Square

AuPairCare Connect NYC Experience

Connect with other au pairs on arrival

It might feel like a big move, but you're not alone. Meet new au pair friends from around the world and explore New York City! Then continue on to your host family to start your program.

Expand your world with family and friendships from around the globe

We are passionate about making the world a smaller place by building cultural understanding and friendships across borders.

Start Your Adventure