Au Pair 123 in New Zealand

Program Details

Our Au Pair 123 Program is tailored for experienced candidates who would like to care for children under age 5. We provide a New Zealand government-approved curriculum (educational program) that is tailored for our au pairs. During your year, you will help implement this curriculum together with your host family to ensure that the children are developing and learning properly! This is a fantastic opportunity to learn professional child care techniques and to make a difference in the lives of each child – through helping them to develop their own unique skills and personalities.

Program Benefits Include:

The opportunity to develop a lasting bond with a young baby or child and help shape their future
Professional development and learning opportunities in the child care industry
Monthly visits from one of our registered and qualified teachers to ensure that you are happy and that the child is developing properly
Outings and activities conducted by Au Pair Link for you and your Host Family’s children (e.g. going to the beach, zoo or museum)
A higher salary ($180.00 - $220.00 per/week after tax) and completion bonus paid toward your return flight home
ISE card - International Student & Youth Exchange Identification Card

Program Length

6 – 12 months

Program Fee

$495

Program Fee includes:

Orientation course: 2 nights hotel accommodation and all meals - breakfast, lunch and dinner. Professional childcare training from qualified teachers, course material and the opportunity to meet other au pairs.
CPR and first aid course: A tailor made CPR and first aid course for Au Pairs conducted by St John during orientation
Driving lesson: Two hour defensive driving course by a qualified instructor
Free room & board for up to 12 months: Room & board with your Host Family
Stipend of $180.00 - $220.00 NZD per week (after tax)
Professional development: Ongoing professional development opportunities in Early Childhood Education including training and fun activities
Au Pair meetings: Au Pair meetings on a monthly basis - share your experiences and make friends
Completion Bonus: $1,040.00 NZD Paid upon successful completion of the maximum 12 month placement term
English classes/Childcare certificate: Opportunity to attend English classes. Au Pair Link will also be introducing a childcare course (NZQA Level 3 Certificate)
Re-match: Up to 5 days paid accommodation if you require re-match i.e. placement in another Host Family. Conditions apply.

Au Pair Requirements

To be an au pair in this program, you must:

Be a U.S. citizen
Be between 18 – 30 years old
Have minimum experience of 100 hours caring for children
Have a clean police record
Have a valid driver’s license
Be unmarried and not have children
Be motivated for a stay in a different culture, away from your home, family and friends
Meet New Zealand's requirements for the Working Holiday Visa

Our interview process includes: