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New Host Families Save $500 when you match by May 1, 2026

All discounts are applied to 12 month programs only. Discounts are not valid for extension au pairs.

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Newsweek named Agent Au Pair among America’s Best Customer Service 2026 in the category of Nanny and Au Pair Agencies for the past 5 out of 6 years!

Discover the Agent Au Pair Difference

Agent Au Pair is an award winning U.S. Department of State Designated Au Pair Program that promotes educational and cultural exchange between nations through our inter-cultural au pair program. The Au Pair Program is a unique live-in childcare option which emphasizes dependable, flexible, and affordable care while providing exceptional benefits for children and families who build lasting relationships with young people from around the world. 

Agent Au Pair has been serving host families and au pairs since 2003! Agent Au Pair offers the expertise to guide you through the process and find the right fit for you and your family. We pride ourselves on taking the time to get to know our host families on a personal level, ensuring that our matching is on target for each family’s individual needs. We provide exclusive benefits to our au pairs through superior educational opportunities which exceed US Department of State education requirements and through our exclusive partnership with AuPair.com enables us to provide our families with a large pool of excellent candidates. Once on the program, our attentive local staff provide ongoing support to ensure a successful program year and make sure you get the most out of the Au Pair Program experience. 

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Our Impact at a Glance

America’s Best Customer Service

We are proud to announce that Newsweek named Agent Au Pair among America’s Best Customer Service 2026 in the category of Nanny and Au Pair Agencies for the past 5 out of 6 years! At Agent Au Pair, we provide continuous support from the application process, and continue to support you through your time on the program!

Program Options for your Family’s Needs

Choose from our 3 program options: Standard Au Pair , Au Pair Pro, and TutorCare programs.

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Au pairs recruited from 51+ countries

Exclusive partnership with AuPair.com gives you access to a large selection of candidates from 51+ countries. Our au pairs exceed the U.S. Department of State requirements and have at least 500 hours of verifiable childcare experience.

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Superior Educational Exchange

We exceed U.S. Department of State requirements, providing exclusive educational opportunities for our au pairs.

  • Au Pairs take the iTEP English language proficiency test.
  • Access to the Flow Speak App for conversational English practice.
  • The option to enroll in a reduced-cost TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) Plus course.

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Benefits of Hosting an Au Pair

Providing your family with care shouldn’t mean a compromise on your schedule or your children’s enrichment. Our program matches you with international childcare providers for a unique live-in solution rooted in global connection.

  • Reliable and Flexible Support – Enjoy dependable care customized to your family’s routine. With up to 45 hours of support per week, your au pair fits your life, from early morning routines to evening extracurriculars.

  • Cultural Exchange – Give your children a competitive edge through early exposure to another language and culture. An au pair brings a broader worldview into your home, helping children understand life beyond their own backyard.

  • Household Assistance – Your au pair can help you manage child-related responsibilities to ensure the day runs smoothly, including transportation to school and sports, homework, and children’s meal preparation.

  • Experienced Childcare – Every candidate undergoes a vigorous screening process to ensure they meet and exceed the program standards, including a minimum of 500 hours of documented experience.

Choose Your Journey

Host Families

Find flexible, reliable live-in childcare that fits your family’s schedule. Our au pairs provide up to 45 hours of care per week, helping with everything from morning routines to homework help.

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Au Pair

Travel to the U.S. on a J-1 Visa, gain hands-on experience, enjoy exclusive superior educational benefits, and become a part of an American family’s life for up to two years.

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Local Coordinator

Make a difference in your community. Support families and au pairs in your local area, facilitate cultural events, and help build lifelong global friendships.

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What Our Customers Are Saying

I am grateful to have been part of such a wonderfully engaging program. During this year I changed mentally, became stronger, more confident and wiser. It was an unbelievable experience for me, despite the difficulties. There are no words to express my gratitude.
Madya
Au Pair
There is never a day that we don’t consider ourselves lucky—not just to have an au pair, but to have Marce in our lives. In the last six months especially, multiple times a week my husband or I say, “We do not know how we would have navigated life without her.” She has shown up every time with a good attitude, ready to help, and loving our kids—even when they make it hard.
Hillary
Host Parent
We chose Agent Au Pair because we value how much thought and planning the agency puts into the match between host families and au pair, particularly through the Household Guide. We also value the resources available when/if we run into issues or have questions.
Samantha from Florida
Local Coordinator

Au Pair Program FAQs

An au pair is a young adult from another country who travels to the USA on a J-1 Cultural Exchange visa. They live with a host family as a family member and provide up to 45 hours of childcare per week in exchange for room, board, and a weekly stipend.

All au pairs are required to:

  • Be between the ages of 18 and 26
  • Be proficient in spoken English
  • Have completed secondary school or its equivalent
  • Possess a driver’s license
Host Families
  • Our team gets to know your family’s needs and criteria to help find an au pair that fits your family. At Agent Au Pair, we provide continuous support from the application process, and continue to support you through your time as a host family. Agent Au Pair was ranked #1 by Newsweek in America’s Best Customer Service for Nanny and Au Pair Agencies in 2025
  • All of our au pairs have at least 500 hours of childcare experience and go through a rigorous screening process, background check, and interview.
  • Au Pairs take the ITEP English Test at no cost, ensuring their communication skills meet international standards before they arrive.
  • Au Pairs receive one month of the FLOW Speak app, targeted speaking practice to quickly build confidence for everyday conversations with your family.
  • Au Pair Training School provides Au Pairs with important information to set Au Pair’s up for success during their time in the US.
  • As a member of Agent Au Pair, host families, au pairs and their families back home will receive access to the Renzulli Learning, which provides unparalleled educational benefits to our host children and their families.
Au Pairs

The standard program commitment is 12 months. However, au pairs have the option to extend their stay for an additional 6, 9, or 12 months, allowing for up to two years on the program.

Yes. The au pair program is a federally regulated cultural exchange program overseen by the U.S. Department of State. Agencies must maintain strict standards regarding safety, screening, and support throughout your program.

Host families – After your application is approved, you’ll gain access to our candidate database where you can filter profiles based on your family’s needs. You will interview candidates via video call, share your household guide, and formally invite your top choice to match. Once they accept, the visa and arrival process begins. Learn more.

Au pair – Matching begins once you complete your online profile, application video, and English proficiency test. Your profile will then be visible to host families who will reach out to schedule video interviews. You’ll have the opportunity to interview with multiple families to find the best fit. Once you and a family agree to match, you’ll accept their invitation in the system to start your visa application. Learn more.

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