Hi! We’re considering hosting an au pair for the first time and would love a gut check from people with experience.
We have:
- One child (about to turn 1)
- Consistent schedule: Mon–Fri 8–5 (~45 hours/week)
- Live in a quieter small town, but walking distance to shops/restaurants/bars/library/yoga and steps (4 min walk) from a direct train line into NYC
We’d offer a private room & bathroom, standard program benefits, and a $250/week stipend, plus access to a shared car for local driving.
A few things we’re thinking about:
- Is one toddler + this schedule a good setup for an au pair?
- Does being in a quieter area matter if there’s strong transit access?
- Anything that might be a red flag or harder to match on?
- What kind of au pair would thrive in this setup?
We really want this to be a great experience on both sides, not just childcare. Any advice or gut reactions would be super helpful!