Aupair in Germany
You do not have to speak German to be an aupair in Germany. A basic knowledge of the language is all that is needed in the country of Beer Fests, sausages and student life; quaint picturesque towns and villages; historical sites, bustling, efficient modern cities. Enjoy excellent transport facilities, central to other countries.
There is always a demand for aupairs and those with a qualification are highly valued. Families will give preference to applicants with the JCR childminding/aupair certificate. Obtain your aupair certificate now through the on-line JCR Aupair course. Benefit by being given priority placement.
Aupair Visa:Age: between 17 and 24 inclusive but you may be turning 25 during the aupair year. Positions for males age 18 – 24.
Working Holiday Visa: for 12 months. Age:18-30
A driving licence is preferred but not essential.
200 hours of childcare, babysitting, youth groups, church groups etc.
6 month placements can be arranged but the preference is for 12 months.
Aupair:
- Work 35 hours per week plus some evenings babysitting.
- Care of children plus some light housework.
- Not less than 1.5 days per week.
- For a commitment of 1 year, a minimum of two weeks paid vacation are provided.
- The family provides health insurance cover
- The family provides transportation to language school.
- You are provided with your own bedroom.
- You receive an amount of 280-350 Euros per month as pocket money depending on experience.
Aupair Plus:
- Work up to 60 hours per week.
- Work with young babies and children and light housework.
- Time off is negotiable but is not less than 1.5 days per week.
- For a commitment of 1 year a minimum of 2 weeks paid vacation.
- You are provided with your own bedroom.
- The family provides health insurance cover
- Transportation to language school.
- You receive an amount of 500 Euros per month.
To qualify to work as an AuPair Plus you must be at least 19 years old. You should have either been an aupair for a year before or have 200 hours of experience with children under the age of 2 years old or have the minimum of childcare certificate 2 Australia/level 2 New Zealand.
Attendance at language school is a compulsory part of this program. The family pay the costs of the language school. [This does not apply to the working holiday visa]. Health insurance is paid by the family. [This does not apply to the WH Visa]
If you are really interested in the German program but need assistance with your airfare due to genuine family financial hardship [all such information is confidential] JCR Australia will seek such assistance from the host family. In return you will have to make a commitment to remain with the family for 12 months unless you are threatened with bodily or mental harm. An agreement will have to be signed in terms of the subsidy and commitment. If a subsidy is requested the family will not contribute towards the cost of language lessons.
The program is government controlled.
Please note that the pocket money is just that. Should you wish to travel in Europe we suggest that you take additional money or a credit card with you.
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