IAPA HOST FAMILY AGREEMENT
 
 
 
 

1. We confirm that we have read all written materials provided by the an pair agency and that we fulfil all criteria. We understand that the au pair programme is a cultural exchange programme and not a contract of work and shall treat our au pair as a member of the family and not hired help.

2. We confirm that we have answered all questions honestly and that all information in our application (including description of an pair duties) is true.

3. After placement, we shall stay in touch with our au pair and shall arrange to pick her up at the nearest airport or train station on her arrival in the host country. We shall not encourage our au pair to travel to our family before we have confirmed the placement with the agency and our an pair has obtained a proper visa (if required).

4. We agree to cover all costs for room, board and health insurance (unless otherwise stated in the programme guidelines) for our au pair. We shall give her pocket money on a weekly basis (the amount shall be in accordance with programme guidelines).

5. We are familiar with and agree to abide by all programme guidelines and conditions, in particular those regarding: the number and distribution of working hours, au pair duties, pocket money, free time, holidays, language courses, transportation costs, insurance and the termination non of an au pair arrangement.

6. Upon arrival in our home, we shall discuss with our au pair in detail our and her expectations of the au pair arrangement, including a written or verbal explanation of the weeklv or daily routine, her precise duties, time off and advice on handling the children. We are aware that she will need time to adjust to her new surroundings and responsibilities and shall accordingly, provide our au pair with a familarisation period.

7. We shall give our au pair regular reports on her progress and performance throughout the stay.

8. We shall set house rules (eg, use of telephone and facilities within the home, daytime and overnight visitors curfew, smoking, etc) for our au pair.

9. We shall discuss any arrangements for holidays well in advance.

10. We shall make a concerted effort to introduce our au pair to the culture of our country and to assist her in the learning of our language. We shall also ensure that our au pair has the opportunity to visit a language school on a regular basis. We shall respect cultural differences and display tolerance towards our an pair.

11. We realise that the success of the an pair arrangement depends largely on one own initiative. We shall try to integrate our au pair into our family life and, should any problems arise, communi cate openly. with her and actively seek a solution.

12. If we have any problems or questions which cannot he discussed and resolved with our au pair, we shall contact the au pair agency for assistance.

13 We shall make every effort to resolve any differences with one au pair If no solution can be reached and we decide to terminate the an pair arrangement, we agree to give advanced notice (in accordance with programme guidelines). During this time period, the au pair shall perform her normal duties and receive room, board and pocket money.

14. We understand that our au pair shall be taken out of our home without a replacement if:

• we fail to abide by this agreement and programme guidelines

• we falsify any information in our application

• we are responsible for repeated problems with numerous au pairs
 
 

15. Should we decide to cancel our application, we shall inform the au pair agency at once.

16. We shall also notify the au pair agency immediately if there are any changes to the information in our application.
 
 

Date:
 
 

Signature of Host Mother:
 
 

Signature of Host Father: