Step by Step Guide
You must complete this section first. Once you have done this, we will know how easy it will be to match you with a host family.
- Application form
What we need: The easiest way to start is to complete our secure online application. You can also complete and sign the standard application, or the EduCare application (for a summary of the difference between the programs, click HERE ).
When: You can apply online now!
Please use one of the following methods to send the document:
Use our secure online application
Scan and email the paper application to admin@expertaupair.com
Mail the paper application to the following address:
111 Second Avenue NE Suite 303
St Petersburg, FL 33701 USA
Fax to +1 727 231 8256 - Letter to Host Family
What we need: Send a letter to us for your future host family about one page in length.
When: You can do this as soon as you submit your initial application.
Example: Example Letter
Please use one of the following methods to send the document:
Scan and email to admin@expertaupair.com
Mail to the following address:
111 Second Avenue NE Suite 303
St Petersburg, FL 33701 USA
Fax to +1 727 231 8256 - Photos
What we need: Send us three photos of you. It's easiest for us to match you with a US host family if you send some photos of you by yourself, some of you with your family, and some of you watching children.
When: You can do this as soon as you submit your initial application.
Please use one of the following methods to send the photos:
Scan and email to admin@expertaupair.com
Mail the paper application to the following address:
111 Second Avenue NE Suite 303
St Petersburg, FL 33701 USA
Since you will be working with children, these are very important.
- References
What we need: Submit two personal references, and one childcare-related reference. References can be submitted in English or in your native language. Many families in the au pair program have children under the age of 2. If you are willing to work with a child under 2, you will have more choice of families. However, you will need to document 200 hours of experience with children under 2 years old. If you are willing to work with a child who has special needs, we may need to ask for more documentation of your experience working with special needs children.
When: Start contacting references as soon as you submit your initial application.
Please use one of the following methods to send the documents:
Scan and email to admin@expertaupair.com - School Records
What we need: Send photocopies of your proof of completion of secondary school
When: You can do this as soon as you submit your initial application.
Please use one of the following methods to send your documents:
Scan and email to admin@expertaupair.com
Mail to the following address:
111 Second Ave NE, Suite 303
St Petersburg, FL 33701 USA
Fax to +1 727 231 8256 - Passport Information Page
What we need: Send a copy of your passport information page.
When: You must send this before your Embassy interview.
Please use one of the following methods to send the document:
Scan and email to admin@expertaupair.com
Mail to the following address:
111 Second Avenue NE, Suite 303
St Petersburg, FL 33701 USA
Fax to +1 727 231 8256 - Medical Form
What we need: Have your family doctor complete our medical form. Your doctor should send it to us by fax or in a sealed envelope.
When: You must send this before your interview with Expert AuPair.
Cost: Varies (call your doctor)
Please use one of the following methods to send the document:
Your doctor may scan and email to admin@expertaupair.com
Your doctor may mail to the following address (we suggest you take a stamped and addressed envelope):
111 Second Avenue NE, Suite 303
St Petersburg, FL 33701 USA
Your doctor may fax it to +1 727 231 8256 - Background and Driving Check
What we need: We need your Police Clearance or Good Conduct Certificate.
When: As soon as possible and before your interview with Expert AuPair. It can take several weeks to process.
Cost: varies
Please use one of the following methods to send the background check:
Scan and email to admin@expertaupair.com
Mail to the following address:
111 Second Avenue NE, Suite 303
St Petersburg, FL 33701
Fax it to +1 727 231 8256
Mail to the following address:
111 Second Ave NE, Suite 303
St Petersburg, FL 33701 USA
Fax them to +1 727 231 8256
You will personally interview with one of our representatives, and you will interview by telephone with your host family before you choose each other.
- In-Country Interview
City: Varies
You will interview with Expert AuPair in your country. Interviews are normally available within one week . During your interview, you must show that you are proficient in English and complete a personality profile. We do not interview every candidate; only those we think are likely to match with a family. - Match with Family
You will interview by telephone and email with a host family. If they offer you a job, you choose whether to take it or not.
We will send detailed instructions on how to apply for your visa before your Embassy appointment.
- Embassy Interview City:
Varies You will interview for your visa at the US Embassy or Consulate. - Exit City: Varies