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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.

花时间仔细匹配互惠生和接待家庭至关重要

**为什么花时间认真匹配互惠生比你想象的更重要**

互惠生和接待家庭寻求重新匹配的最大原因之一，就是匹配过程过于仓促。仔细想想，我们通常会给自己时间去了解那些我们愿意与之亲近的人。而家庭和互惠生却急于完成匹配过程，这多少有些自相矛盾。你真的能在一次通话后就确定对方是否合适吗？即使你喜欢这个家庭、这个地区，而且你的直觉也很好，但细节呢？你们彼此的期望呢？

### 仓促匹配的隐患

第一印象固然重要，但往往远远不够。许多匹配都始于美好的感觉：友好的交谈、共同的兴趣爱好以及对这次机会的兴奋。但一旦日常生活开始，现实就会摆在眼前。突然间，一些看似微小的差异——比如就寝时间、管教方式、作息安排或沟通习惯——都变成了大问题。

这些可不是“小事”。它们是你们共同日常生活的基础。

### 细节决定成败

成功的互惠生体验取决于双方在一些容易被快速匹配时忽略的方面是否契合：

* 日常作息和责任

* 对育儿和独立性的期望

* 家规和界限

* 沟通方式和反馈文化

如果不深入讨论这些方面，双方基本上都是在猜测——而这正是问题的根源。

### 直觉只是开始，而非终点

对匹配感到满意固然重要，但仅仅依靠直觉可能存在风险。成功的匹配需要两者兼备：积极的感受*以及*清晰、详细的了解。