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Auost is an innovative online platform that connects families with qualified au pairs. We offer a range of services including personalized au pair matching, verified profiles, real-time messaging platform, online au pair training, video interviews, background checks, and interactive profiles. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive solution for all your au pair needs.

Auost uses an AI-powered matching algorithm to connect verified users based on their needs, preferences and compatibility. Users can browse profiles and chat. Users receive automatic matches directly on the platform as well as daily notifications via email.

How are the users verified?

Similar to various social media platforms, users at auspost can submit relevant documents via platform for verification.

When should I apply to be an aupair?

Ideally, 6-10 months before you want to leave the country.

How good do my language skills have to be?

Language skill requirements differ from country to country. In many countries, aupairs are required to have a basic level of the national language of the country where they would like to work as an aupair.

What are normal tasks for Aupairs?

Some typical tasks for Aupairs are: Loading and unloading the dishwasher Doing the children's washing and putting it away Making the children's beds Tidying the children's rooms Doing a little bit of shopping Looking after pets for children Emptying the rubbish Preparing snacks or meals for children Going to activities with children Communication is key, speak with host families about their expectations and requirements.

Duration for an Aupair varies based on hosts country. Stays between 3 to 12 months are possible.

Working hours vary based on host family and host country. Working hours from 15 to 40 hours per week are typical. Contact your host family or check the embassy of your host family to get specific information.

Requirements to be an Aupair

1. Age: Typically, between 18 and 30 years old. Visa: Some countries may require a specific aupair visa. Language skills: Some countries require basic knowledge of the host country. Childcare experience: Some countries require having some experience working with children, such as babysitting or volunteering. Health insurance: Aupairs are typically required to have health insurance coverage for the duration of their stay. Background check: Some countries require aupairs to undergo a background check. Education: Some countries may require aupairs to have a high school diploma or equivalent education level. It's essential to check the specific regulations and guidelines of the country you are interested in working in to ensure you meet all the necessary criteria.

Host families requirements

1. Legal requirements: Host families must comply with the legal requirements set by their country's government for hosting an aupair. Cultural exchange: must foster cultural exchange by assisting aupair in learning about their country. Housing: Host families must provide a private room and access to shared facilities like the kitchen and bathroom. Meals: Host families are typically responsible for providing the aupair with meals or a food stipend to cover such costs. Transportation: Host families may need to provide transportation or access to public transportation. Language: In some countries, host families must provide access to a langauge course. Requirements vary per host country.

The amount of pocket money varies in every country but ranges usually between 250 and 450 Euro.

Depending on the country, au pairs get 1-2 full days off minimum a week. Once a month, a complete weekend.

Depending on the host country regulations, aupairs may have 2 to 4 weeks vacation yearly.

Working hours Aupairs

Working hours differ between countries and host families. But are typically 20 and 40 hours a week.

It is recommended that au pair insurance includes travel, health, liability and travel accident insurance. Depending on the host country, the costs of the au pair's insurance are covered either by the au pair or by the host family.

Aupair Language Course

Aupairs normally pay for language courses themselves. Some countries such as Germany stipulate that hostfamilies must contribute a sum towards language course and also transportation to language course.

Travel to host family

The travel costs to the host family are usually covered by the Aupair. In some cases, the host family may offer to cover all or part of the travel costs.

Host families are not obligated to pay for visa fee but some families may offer to reimburse it. Host family pays for shipment of documents to Aupair for visa processing.

如何在德国寻找寄宿家庭：互惠生安全指南

寻找合适的德国寄宿家庭时，应创建真实资料，明确自己对儿童照护、工作时间、居住地点和家庭生活的期待，并进行多次视频沟通。答应匹配或购买机票前，应核实家庭身份、合同、独立房间、具体任务、休息时间、零用钱、语言课程、交通和保险。

资料中应具体说明儿童照护经验、熟悉的年龄段、曾承担的任务、驾驶熟练度、语言能力、来德国的目标、希望的日常生活，以及自己无法接受的情况。真实信息可能减少询问数量，却能提高匹配质量。

查看家庭资料时，应注意孩子数量和年龄、真实周计划、具体任务、公共交通、语言学校距离、独立房间、宠物、家庭规则、以往接待经验、开始日期和停留期限。如果资料只写优点而不写任务，应主动追问。

视频沟通可询问：普通工作日怎样安排？每天有哪些任务，几点开始和结束？计划变化如何沟通？能否通过视频看房间？语言学校和公交有多远？家庭如何处理错误和冲突？经本人同意后，能否联系上一位互惠生？抵达后谁帮助办理登记、保险和熟悉环境？

需要警惕的信号包括：每周固定工作超过 30 小时；主要负责清洁；没有独立房间；拒绝书面合同；催促立即答应；要求异常或大额付款；拒绝视频沟通；身份信息矛盾；要求使用不适合的签证入境；不尊重休息时间或语言课程。

常见问题

应提前多久寻找家庭？ 最好在计划开始前数月，尤其需要签证时。
需要给寄宿家庭转账吗？ 正规家庭通常不会要求押金或大额预付款。
可以联系上一位互惠生吗？ 经对方同意后可以，这有助于了解真实日常。
抵达后发现不合适怎么办？ 尽早具体沟通并保存重要约定，向平台、机构或咨询部门求助；若有人身危险，立即联系警方或紧急服务。