PRO Tip: The Realities of Cross-Cultural Communication with your Professional Au Pair
For an au pair to participate in the U.S. Department of State’s J1 au pair program, such as the program offered by PROaupair, she or he must be proficient in English. While levels of fluency will vary from au pair to au pair, you can be sure that you will be able to communicate with
Parenting Goals for 2017
For an amusing, slightly tongue-in-cheek look at parenting resolutions, read Jordan Shapiro’s recent column at Forbes. A contributing writer who focuses on global education, game-based learning and kids, he makes suggestions about rethinking everything from punishment (“writing is the new spanking”) to mealtime (“video games are the new dinner time”) to cultivating curiosity (“Google is
New Year’s Resolutions – and How to Keep Them
Most New Year’s resolutions fall into one of four major groups: those related to health (losing weight, getting fit); those related to money (saving money, spending less); those related to relationships (finding a mate, scheduling a date night); and those related to self-improvement (taking a class, spending more time with friends). However, according to research,
Classic holiday movies to watch with your family and professional au pair
Older Classics:Some of the most beloved Christmas movies are black and white classics from a bygone era (though most of these have now been colorized). These include “It’s a Wonderful Life,” the Frank Capra classic starring Jimmy Stewart, as well as the original “Miracle on 34th Street” featuring Maureen O’Hara and a young Natalie Wood.
Holiday Gifts Ideas for Your PROaupair Host Parents
For the book worm:Choosing a gift for a bookworm can be intimidating – but don’t fear! Atlas Obscura is a great gift for anyone interested in the world’s hidden wonders. Or, visit a local bookstore and tell the staff a little about your host parent’s likes and dislikes – they are sure to offer some