Au Pair in Germany

  Germany

• Berlin: 
Berlin

Term: Throughout the year 
Length of Position: 6-12 months
Duration of Program: 7-12 months
Dates: all year-round

Description: The AuPairCare Germany Program provides qualified young women and men the unique opportunity to live with a German family while working as an au pair and caring for the family's children.

The program in Germany is run by AYUSA International, a Berlin-based organization with more than 20 years of experience in cultural and educational exchange programs. AYUSA is part of the U.S. umbrella organization Intrax, which has officially operated the AuPairCare USA program since 1989. It has developed to become one of the largest programs in the USA with more than 30,000 successful au pair placements. AYUSA will match you with a caring host family, help you with your visa application and provide constant support to ensure you have a successful stay in the heart of Europe.

YOUR PROGRAM BENEFITS

- Make a real difference in the lives of children
- Gain maturity, confidence and international work experience
- Earn money while experiencing life in Germany
- Use your paid vacation time to travel in Europe
- Make new friendships that will last a lifetime
- Teach Germans about your culture and language while learning about theirs
- Flexible program lengths: Choose between 6 and 12 months
- Free flight for a 12-month commitment
- Local support during your entire stay in Germany
- You and your host family decide on each other

Highlights: YOUR GERMAN FAMILY
Most host families live in the metropolitan areas of Germany's largest cities. Typically, both parents work and have 1-3 children between the ages of 1-8 years. Our families are open to new ideas, interested in the world and other countries. Many families look forward to having you teach their children your customs and language.

YOUR PROGRAM PREPARATION
We will provide you with information and helpful tips to best prepare for a successful stay in Germany. Every au pair is asked to prepare a pre-departure orientation project, which will help you - among other things - to prepare age-appropriate activities for your children in your German family. AYUSA also supports you with your visa application, travel and insurance arrangements.

YOUR SUPPORT
Every au pair has a local AYUSA representative during the entire stay in Germany. The representative will help you to adjust to your new surroundings and assist you if you have any questions or problems. AYUSA will also provide you with a 24-hour number for emergencies.

Qualifications: Aside from your enthusiasm for children, you should...

    * be interested in learning about German culture and language
    * be between 18 and 24 years old (18 - 30 years old if you can come to Germany on the Working Holiday Visa )
    * have proof of secondary education
    * have experience looking after children not related to you, for example through babysitting, internships in pre-school, kindergartens or in a pediatric center; as a camp counsellor or from after-school tutoring (minimum of 2 different references)
    * be in good health
    * be able to commit to a minimum of six months
    * be open-minded, flexible and responsible
    * German language: basic knowledge is required if you come to Germany on the Au Pair Visa

Cost in US$: 0

- Monthly stipend
- Private bedroom and full board
- 2 days paid vacation per month (total of 4 weeks for a 12-month stay)
- Minimum of 1 free day per week
- Established working hours: maximum of 6 hours per day and 30 hours per week
- Access to transportation (either pass for local public transportation or a car)
- Comprehensive insurance package for the entire length of the program

Salary / Pay: ﾬ350 per month

Experience Required: yes

childcare experiences (babysitting, youth camp counselor, etc.)

Age Range: 18-24

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, Kiwi and South African Participants.

Participants Travel to Germany Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Essay
• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Written Application

AYUSA International GmbH's Mission Statement: AYUSA International is part of Intrax Cultural Exchange , an international exchange organization headquartered in San Francisco. Founded in 1980, Intrax today has over 1,300 Student Support staff, 100 dedicated Partner Services staff, regional offices in 7 countries, and a presence in more than 80 countries. Intrax is proud to welcome more than 20,000 participants into its programs each year. Intrax has been running the AuPairCare Program to the USA since 1989 and has grown to become one the largest and most successful au pair programs in the USA with more than 30,000 successful au pair placements and participants representing 45 countries. The committed AYUSA staff in the German office in Berlin has extensive experiences in educational and cultural exchange programs. AYUSA prides itself for premium programs resulting in high customer satisfaction and excellent referral rates. Supported by a national network of about 40 representatives, AYUSA Germany is offering the following programs for Germans to go abroad: Au pair, high school exchange, language classes, internships, and work & travel. Aside from the AuPairCare Germany program, AYUSA also organizes a high school exchange program to Germany.

Year Founded: 1990