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Find an Au Pair in California
Looking for an au pair agency in California? Au Pair USA by InterExchange has been operating for 30+ years across the United States and we are a designated sponsor by the Department of State unique in operating as a nonprofit. We offer local support to residents of multiple California metropolitan areas, and our Local Coordinators are here to provide guidance and organize cultural activities. You can rest assured that support and assistance is never far away.
Hear From Our Host Families In California
She Hit the Ground Running — and Made Every One of Us Grow
Immediately, Guadalupe found her place amongst us and hit the ground running to bring joy and ease into our daily lives. Each member of our family has grown from our time with her.
The Drake family
California
Her Impact Goes Far Beyond Childcare
Yasmin's impact goes far beyond childcare. She has helped us navigate the challenges of parenthood with grace and has become a trusted friend and family member.
The Escutinshaw family
California
Love That Transcends Borders
Kaylee embodies everything the au pair experience is meant to be — cultural exchange, deep connection, mutual growth, and love that transcends borders.
The Nikzad family
California
She Cares, Enriches, Supports, Adapts — and Transforms Right Alongside Our Family
Lili takes exceptional care of our children, enriches our family, supports us in our hardest moments, adapts with ease, and embraces her own personal transformation with courage and joy.
The Soeprapto family
California
On-the-ground Support for Host Families & Au Pairs in California
At Au Pair USA, we pride ourselves on the nationwide network of Local Coordinators They are committed to helping you have a successful experience and will be your first point of contact when your au pair arrives.
Au Pair USA's California Staff
Hosting an Au Pair in California - Cost
The cost of hiring an au pair in California is comparable, if not more affordable than other childcare options that are available. We have a great resource to break down the various childcare options that are available. Read our au pair cost evaluation page so you can make a more informed choice.
Learn more about au pair costs and exclusive Au Pair USA discounts.
California Areas that Au Pair USA Serves
| Los Angeles | San Francisco | Irvine |
| San Diego | San Jose | Sacramento |
| Berkeley | Riverside | Huntington Beach |
| Burbank | Santa Clara | San Bernardino |
| Oceanside | Bakersfield |
- Los Angeles
- San Francisco
- Irvine
- San Diego
- San Jose
- Sacramento
- Berkeley
- Riverside
- Huntington Beach
- Burbank
- Santa Clara
- San Bernardino
- Oceanside
- Bakersfield
*This list is not exhaustive. Not sure if your California community is covered? Contact us today to find out!
Frequent Questions About Hiring an Au Pair in California
Au Pair USA offers our program throughout the United States. Get started or call 1-800-287-2477 to find out if we service your area.
All au pairs come to the U.S. on the J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa, which is a non-immigrant visa granted by the U.S. Department of State. InterExchange functions as the visa sponsor for the au pair and will guide the au pair on how to apply for a J-1 au pair visa at the nearest American Embassy or Consulate.
We are very selective about who is accepted into our program. Our au pair screening process involves each au pair completing an extensive application and undergoing a thorough background check in addition to an in-person interview. This information is available to families during the matching process.
Before arriving in the U.S., au pairs attend Au Pair USA's Online Academy. The 32-hour curriculum includes courses in Child Development, Pediatric and Adult CPR and First Aid Training, American Culture, Life as an Au Pair, Personal Safety, and other important topics.
Our Online Academy is custom-designed for au pairs and uses a variety of training methods, including live sessions with Au Pair USA staff, videos, online courses, and offline activities. The Online Academy meets the Department of State's training requirements.
Our incredible network of caring Local Coordinators are committed to cultural exchange and helping our families and au pairs have a successful experience. If you feel something isn't working or have a problem, please contact your Local Coordinator for advice and assistance. In many instances, issues between families and au pairs can be resolved by talking through a situation. If a situation isn't able to be resolved, our team will work closely with you and your au pair.
Learn more about au pair costs and exclusive Au Pair USA discounts.
