AU PAIR IN AMERICA

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As one of the most sought after destinations that Au Pairs choose; America has to be one of the greatest places to complete your Au pair program. From exploring the city that never sleeps - New York city, to indulging in the diverse food and culture, experiencing 52 different states, the American love for sports and most of all the AMAZING HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS. Becoming an Au pair allows one to experience all of this at a fraction of the cost of what a holiday abroad would cost. America is known as the land of opportunity so when you go in, keep your eyes peeled and always have an open mind as you never know where your adventure might take you!!!

• One way airfare from home country to the USA with another one way flight back to home country only on completion of the 12 month program
• Up to USD 500 worth of study allowance
• International travel health insurance for the duration of the program (12 months)
• Recruitment, screening & selecting of host families
• You will earn a minimum of USD 195.75 weekly for 45 hours of au pairing with 1.5 days off per week (Salary may differ in different states)
• Accommodation and meals provided by the host family.
• 2 weeks of paid leave during your program
• Application and visa assistance 
• Host family interview guidance and preparation
• Exclusive to Genesis Au Pairs agency:  Expert individual host matching services from private host family matching company 

You must be prepared to work 45 hours a week and to do light household duties such as preparing meals and lunchboxes for the kids, clearing up the dishes, laundry, dressing beds, vacuuming, transporting kids to school and afterschool activities, help with homework (anything related to the children and yourself). You will have one and a half days off per week, one full weekend off each month as well as two weeks paid leave during your year. You will be expected to do babysitting, but this is part of your 45-hour week. You would need to carry out your responsibilities to the best of your abilities and adhere to the host family house rules (curfew/internet usage/telephone usage/having guests over/smoking). You will be representing your home country and agency whilst abroad so remember to share and experience the cultural exchange, have fun and don’t break the rules!

• Aged between 18 and 26 years
• Completed your secondary education (matric certificate / school leavers certificate)
• Proficient in the English language
• Single with no dependents (never been married/divorced)
• In good health, physically fit and no current or prior mental conditions or taking any chronic meds
• Valid Passport for international travel
• A valid driver’s license 
• Clear criminal record
• • A minimum of 500 hours of babysitting and experience with non-related children (under the age of two experience is preferred)
• Commitment to a full year (12 months) au pairing in the USA with the option to extend for 6/9/12 months.
• Open to South African, Namibian, Botswana, Lesotho Zimbabwe, Eswatini Citizens

Agency Fees: R8 000.00 - Payable in 4 stages of application: 

Fee breakdown - R8000.00

Registration fee - R500.00

Interview Fee - R2000.00

Application deposit fee -  R2000.00

Matching fee - R3500.00

Outside Costs/Extras applicable:

• American Consular Visa Fee - $185 (+/- R3500.00)
• Police Clearance (+/- R270- 24-48 hour electronic background check)
• Medicals
• International Driver's Permit

Total Cost associated with applying: +/- R12 500.00