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One very important step to a successful year with your au pair is communicating
clear expectations from the moment she arrives. This Household Handbook is
designed to be a helpful template for you to use to compile a comprehensive list of
rules and information so your au pair understands your familys needs and how
your household operates best.
You may find samples of other host families Household Handbooks through your
online account. If you have any questions or suggestions, please email
aupair@culturalcare.com.
1. Home address:
5. When our children are upset, this is what works best to calm them down:
(Suggestions: reading a book, putting them down for a nap, taking a walk)
4. Childrens allergies:
(List allergies for each child and what to do if an allergic reaction occurs)
WORK SCHEDULE
DAY AM PM
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
3. Au pair sick day policy:
(What should your au pair do if she is sick and feels she cannot work)
HOUSEHOLD RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities Frequency
Children's laundry
Stove
Oven
Toaster-oven
Coffeemaker
Can opener
Blender/food processor
Microwave
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Vacuum cleaner
Baby monitor
Washer
Dryer
Shower/toilet
Iron
Television/cable
DVD player
Computer/printer
Telephone/
Cell phone/pager
Fax
Answering machine
Stereo/CD player
DIRECTIONS
1. To school(s):
2. To pediatrician:
3. To grocery store:
4. To playground:
5. To after-school activities:
6. To hospital:
8. To bus/train:
9. To post office:
COMMUNICATION
It is important that both your family and your au pair feel comfortable in your home.
We know how difficult the first few weeks can be while you all adjust to and learn
about one another. These questions are meant to help you address the best ways to
communicate together on both large and small issues.
SMOKING RULES
TELEPHONE & TV
3. Are there any restricted websites, games or commands on your home computer?
(Suggestions: adult websites, violent games, downloading photos, etc.)
EDUCATIONAL COMPONENT
Au pairs are required by the U.S. Department of State to enroll in an accredited post-
secondary institution for not less than six academic credits or its equivalent. Host
families are required to pay the cost of this course, including texts/books up to, but not
more than $500.
CULTURAL EXCHANGE
OTHER