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Au Pairing is a Unique Opportunity to Work, Travel and to Study in the USA for 12 to 24 months! Au pairs spend a year with a carefully screened American family, providing care and performing light housework related to the children. As an au pair, you will enjoy numerous financial and personal benefits during your program. See how Americans live day-to-day. Become part of a family and experience the rewards of caring for children. Teach American children about your own culture and make a real difference in their lives. Make new friends and meet other au pairs.
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| Description |
WORKING CONDITIONS/ ADDED EXTRAS
* 45 hour Work Week
* 1 Weekend (Friday PM to Monday AM) off every month
* Two Weeks paid vacation During the year
* You will sometimes be expected to do light Household Work, pertaining to Children.
* 13 month to Travel
* Minimum wage of $195.75 per week
* 3 Day Orientation at the Sheraton hotel in New Jersey
* Return Air Ticket from South Africa to The USA
* $500 study Allowance towards a course at an Accredited Institution
* Comprehensive Medical Insurance
* Regular Scheduled Social and Cultural Activities
* AuPairCare Counsellor in your Area to help you to adjust
* Option to extend for an additional 6,9 or 12 months
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| Eligibility |
* Female aged 18 - 26 * Single and have no Dependants
* Completed Matric * Have Childcare experience
* Be in Good Health * Drivers License a huge Bonus and Passport |
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| Start/Finish Dates |
| Aupairs can travel anytime from January through December. |
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| Visa Info |
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J1 Cultural Exchange Visa valid for 1 year.
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Cost
| Admin fee |
R1000.00 |
| Program fee |
R4990.00 |
| Visa fees |
$140 + R86 |
| Travel Insurance |
FREE |
| Airfare (approx) |
FREE |
| Recommended Spending Money |
R1500 |
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| Application |
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Visit your local OVC office and collect your application forms, OVC will run through a detailed presentation. Once you have all your requirements together return to the OVC for your formal Interview. Your application is sent to the USA and you will soon hear from a variety of families in the US, be sure to prepare for that phone call! Once you have matched OVC will call you to make an appointment to assist in obtaining your J1 Visa at the American consulate. You will visit OVC during your last week in SA to collect your ticket and meet other aupairs who maybe leaving with you.
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SOUTH AFRICAN AUPAIRS TESTIMONIALS
My host family was incredible!! I couldnt have hoped for nicer parents and girls. I found it hard to leave them behind. I learned a lot about myself during the year by submerging myself in the rich American culture. - Jean Jessop (Minnesota)
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