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INTERNATIONAL
AU-PAIR PROGRAM
WE ACCEPT OUR HOST FAMILIES AND AU-PAIRS INTERNATIONALLY
Many families choose to host an au pair as a unique and enriching cultural exchange experience! By welcoming a young individual traditionally (aged 18-26) into their home, families not only receive support with light housework and childcare a few times a week but also foster a deeper connection to a new culture and language.
The au pair program offers a wonderful opportunity for families to host someone who may share the same language or introduce their children to a new one. In exchange, au pairs receive a stipend, language lessons, and the freedom to explore and enjoy the host country.
This mutually rewarding experience brings both practical assistance and cultural growth to the entire household, making it a truly valuable addition to any family!
The Burning Question...
What Exactly is an Au-Pair?
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Essentially a member of the family.
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Living with the host family
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A big sibling role stimulating fun and games with the professional responsibility of safety and care.
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An au pair is typically younger, with less experience, and ages between 18-26 years old.
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An Au-pair lives in the house with the family.
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The Au-pair cares for children as part of a cultural exchange.
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They receive pocket money, accommodation, and food.
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The cultural exchange allows them to care for children around 15-25 hours per week, depending on the family.
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The Au-pair is a big brother or sister role, usually not alone with more than two children, with parents or grandparents often present.
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Outings with the family to get to know the country and culture
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General house responsibilities may include emptying the dishwasher and occasionally hanging up laundry.
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Typically, One year contract with a 12-month bonus
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Paid holidays and partial paid language lessons dependent on the family
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'PATIENCE IS THE KEY TO HAPPY STRESS-FREE CHILDCARE'
Patience is the key to happy, stress-free childcare! Children experience all kinds of emotions throughout the day, often triggered by their developing nervous systems. Staying patient and calm helps them feel safe and supported, no matter what comes their way.
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'KINDNESS AND NUTURING ARE AT THE HEART OF EVERYTHING DO'
At Maison de Nanny, kindness and nurturing are at the heart of everything we do. No matter the situation, we believe in responding with warmth and care. This is the foundation of MDN, and we hope it will be a core value of yours too!
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'INTUITION IS A SUPERPOWER IN CHILDCARE'
Intuition is a superpower in childcare! Anticipating situations, thinking ahead, and staying organized help create a smooth, stress-free environment where both you and the children can thrive.
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'CLEAR, CALM COMMUNICATION MAKES ALL THE DIFFERENCE'
Clear, calm communication makes all the difference. Talking to children in a way they understand, setting boundaries with kindness, and always using a gentle, reassuring voice at their level helps build trust and understanding.
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CREATIVITY IS SO IMPORTANT
Creativity is so important—whether it’s your idea or the child’s, we love seeing nannies encourage a world of imagination and exploration. Creating a stimulating environment helps children grow, learn, and express themselves freely.
CORE VALUES OF AN MDN AU-PAIR
'THIS IS PERFECT FOR OUR FAMILY DYNAMIC'
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INTIAL APPLICATION
The first step in our Au-Pair application process is to submit a detailed resume along with 2-3 work references. This helps us get a good understanding of your experience and skills. Once we receive your application, we’ll carefully review your background before moving on to the interview stage.
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INTERVIEW PROCESS
Once we’ve reviewed your resume and references, the next step is an interview. This is our chance to get to know you better and learn more about your experience, skills, and approach to childcare.
During the interview, we’ll chat about your past roles, your strengths as a au-pair, and what kind of families you’d be the best fit for. It’s also an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have about working with us!
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NANNY-AGENCY AGREEMENT
Before moving forward, all candidates will need to sign an agreement. This is an important step to ensure that your privacy is protected and that we understand your specific preferences when matching you with a family.
This agreement helps us create the best possible placement for you, making sure that your needs and expectations are respected throughout the process.
How We Screen Our Candidates
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REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND CHECKS
To ensure the best possible match between nannies and families, we conduct thorough reference and background checks. This helps us confirm your experience and qualifications, ensuring that you’re the right fit for Maison de Nanny.
We take this step seriously because we want to create a safe, trusting, and successful relationship between our nannies and the families we work with.
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FAMILY INTERVIEWS
Once you’ve been approved as an MDN nanny, we’ll begin the process of finding the perfect family for you! We’ll coordinate follow-up calls and arrange interviews with potential families, keeping your preferences and strengths in mind.
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COMMUNICATION & FEEDBACK
To ensure the best match, we ask that you keep open communication with us throughout the negotiation process. After each family interview, please share your feedback—it helps us find the right fit for you.
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JOB OFFER
Once we've successfully found a great match for you, there may be an opportunity to do a trial. If everything goes well, we’ll present you with a formal job offer. From there, you have the freedom to accept or decline based on what feels right for you and your fit with the family.
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ONGOING SUPPORT
Our support doesn’t stop once you're placed! From your application to settling in with a family, we’ll be here for you. We’ll arrange check-ins during your placement to ensure you're happy and help build a lasting, positive relationship with the family.
