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 AU PAIR IN GERMANY
Germany is
a modern, wealthy and politically stable
nation in the heart of Europe. More than 80 million people live in this federal
democracy, and the German economy is one of the strongest in Europe. The
different regions of Germany, each with their own traditions and centers - such
as Munich, Hamburg, Cologne or Dresden - still play a vital part in German
culture. Whether it’s the coastline or the Alps, the Rhineland or the Black
Forest: Germany invites you to explore and enjoy its many beauties.
Along the Rhine, Carnival is a
big thing: once a year, for one week, everything is upside down. You definitely
shouldn’t miss it!
Au Pair in Germany: A Quick Look at the Benefits!
1. Free health and accident insurance
2. 205 Euros pocket money per month; 4 weeks paid vacation
3. Language course
4. Au Pair Handbook
5. "Come Together" weekends
6. List of addresses and telephone numbers of other Au pairs
7. Au Pair "Buddy-System"
8. Toll-free number Support line
A Program Overview
The stay in Germany as an au pair is regulated by the Federal
Employment Office.
An au pair will:
- Care for young children
and help with minor housework in a host-family environment for up to 30 hours
per week (5 to 6 days per week, up to 5 hours per day)
- Baby-sit as arranged with the host family, up to 3 evenings per week
In return au pairs receives (provided by the host family):
- Their own private room
with their host family and free board
- 205 Euros pocket money per
month
- Two weeks of vacation with
pocket money paid for a stay of 12 months
- The opportunity to attend
a language course (at own cost)
- A monthly ticket for
public transport or the possibility to use a car
- Healthcare and accident
insurance
Application Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be aged between 18 and 27;
- Have practical childcare
experience such as babysitting, coaching, tutoring etc. (references required)
- Have completed their
secondary education (high school diploma or equivalent training)
- Have minimal German
language skills (good command of English also desirable)
- Be available for 6 to 12 months.
What does the host family expect of their au pair?
Usually an au pair in Germany is required to work up to 30 hours per week, usually
not more than 5 hours per day. If the au pair is being asked to work extra
hours, the host family is obliged to compensate her with proportionate leisure
time. The host parents may ask their au pair for additional baby-sitting up to 3
times per week. The host family will provide the au pair with a daily schedule
of their duties and time off. As the host family expects the au pair to be a
real help and support in managing their daily routine, flexibility is very
important.
What can au pairs expect from
their host families?
- Being accepted as
a family member for the duration of your stay,
and your own private room
- your host family invites you to take part in their daily life including all
meals.
- Pocket money - Au pairs
receive a monthly pocket money of 205 Euros.
- Free healthcare
and accident insurance
- the host family will cover the costs for a healthcare and accident insurance
during the stay (the au pair must be physically and mentally fit, medical
report required).
- Leisure time
and Paid Vacation-
as an au pair you will have 1.5 days off per week. At least once a month, the
free days must be on a weekend. If you stay for 1 year, you are entitled to 4
weeks of paid vacation (the entitlement decreasing proportionally with a
shorter stay).
- The possibility to
attend a language course
- your host parents will help you to find a suitable course that fits into
your daily schedule. You are expected to cover the costs of the course
yourself (as a rule, about 15-50 Euros per month).
- Monthly ticket for
public transportation
– your host family will cover the costs of a monthly ticket for public
transport (local traffic) to enable you to attend courses, visit friends, and
take part in cultural activities. Your travel costs to and from Germany are
not covered by the host family, however.
How Do I Apply?
Contact Scotia Personnel Ltd. for more information/application forms:
Request for more
information/Contact us
 
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