Local Coordinators
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Meet your Local Coordinator |
The Role of the Local Coordinator
Host families and au pairs need to know there is someone nearby that they can turn to for assistance and advice. The Au Pair USA Local Coordinator serves that role.
Each Local Coordinator works with a group or “cluster” of host families and au pairs in a specific region. Their primary role is to provide assistance, information and support to all the families and au pairs in their cluster. Many of our Local Coordinators have been with the Au Pair USA program for several years and have hosted au pairs within their own families, so they can offer first-hand advice and guidance.
We like to think that Au Pair USA has the best Local Coordinators around! They keep host families and au pairs up to date through program newsletters and social events to make sure that each of our host families and au pairs have a great experience.
Local Coordinator Info for Host Families
Whether you’re a new host family or have hosted an au pair before, your Au Pair USA Local Coordinator will be there every step of the way, to answer your questions, help you prepare for your au pair’s arrival and offer support and guidance throughout the year.
Find a Local Coordinator in Your Area | Apply to become a Host Family | Apply to become a Local Coordinator
Your Local Coordinator is involved from the moment you apply. It’s important to meet with your Local Coordinator periodically—especially during the early stages of your au pair’s placement. Your Local Coordinator will:
- Meet with you at your home after you apply to become a host family
- Contact your au pair within 48 hours of her or his arrival
- Meet with you and your au pair two weeks after the au pair’s arrival
- Check in with you by phone or in person once a month
- Host monthly “cluster activities” for the au pairs in your area
Local Coordinators are an essential part of the Au Pair USA family. We encourage you to get to know your Local Coordinator and take advantage of their expertise!
Local Coordinator Info for Au Pairs
As an au pair, the first few weeks with a new host family is often an exciting, but challenging time. You will be surrounded by new people, new places and sometimes, a new language! Your Au Pair USA Local Coordinator is someone you can count on to answer your questions and give you advice on how to adjust to life as an au pair.
You will be introduced to your Local Coordinator within 48 hours of arriving with your host family. Your Local Coordinator will:
- Meet with you and your host family two weeks after your arrival
- Check in with you by phone or in person once a month
- Host monthly “cluster activities” so you can socialize with other au pairs
- Provide information on local classes to help you fulfill your educational requirement
Your Local Coordinator is your first point of contact if you encounter any problems during your stay. Notify him or her if you encounter a medical problem, an emergency with your family in your home country or any other issues that require attention. In certain rare circumstances, au pairs and host families run into challenges. In these cases, your Local Coordinator will provide guidance and support to help you resolve the situation.
