AU PAIR IN SPAIN host families must meet the following requirements:
Be fluent in Spanish (castellano) and speak Spanish (castellano) as the primary language in their home.
Provide the au pair with an appropriate private bedroom and full board (three meals a day) during 7 days a week. The family does not have to cook for the au pair, if necessary, the au pair will need to cook for herself.
Interview with an Au Pair In Spain Representative.
Open minded and strong commitment to cultural exchange to help the au pair with the adjustment to the Spanish way of life and culture.
Willingness to accept the au pair as member of the family and not a domestic servant.
Willingness to introduce the au pair to the Spanish culture and to assist her in the learning of the Spanish language. They will also ensure that the au pair has the opportunity to visit a language school on a regular basis.
Submit a completed application form and collect all documents required.
Sign an agreement with the au pair upon her arrival which defines the rights and obligations of both. This agreement must include the following topics amongst other:
Pocket money to be paid weekly to the au pair as agreed with her, based on the program option selected (Basic, Mother help, Demi, …)..
Limit Au pair working hours based on the program option selected.
Automobile coverage for the au pair if she is driving family´s vehicle(s) and list her as an operator on the insurance policy to be fully protected
At least one day and a half free during weekends based on the program option selected.
One week paid vacation for each 6 months exchange term or two weeks for 12 months, in addition to regular weekly time off.
Give information to the au pair about the house rules (e.g. use of telephone and facilities within the home, daytime and overnight visitors, curfew, smoking, etc.), explanation of the weekly or daily routine, advice on handling the children.
Family is aware that au pair will need time to adjust to her new surroundings and child care responsibilities and shall, accordingly, provide the au pair with a familiarisation period of at least 3 weeks.
If problems arise and no solution can be reached, a notice period of 2 weeks must be respected.
