Matching With An Au Pair? the Importance of 'doing Your Homework'!



Posted: Friday, August 14, 2009

by Marie Hansen
Au pair Selection Advice

Trying to find an au pair, finding the 'right fit' for your family is such a daunting task. Parents need to do their due dilligence, need to 'do their homework' when it comes to matching with an au pair.

Here is a brief overview of the important components for screening and matching:

1. the phone interview

2. evaluating au pair's application

3. evaluating "Dear Host Family" letter and photo collage

4. setting expectations during matching process

Important components of setting up and maintaining a strong host family / au pair relationship are:

1. preparing an AU PAIR handbook/manual,

2. preparing weekly schedule every weekend

3. list of kids' activities, play, games

4. list of rules for au pair and children

5. list of child-related chores

6. list of other chores concerning the common areas of the house

For more details visit our website at Au pair Selection Advice

This website has been created by a lead community counselor with 15 years of experience.

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