Matching

How do I find an Au Pair on AuPair.com?

Host Families can use AuPair.com to search specifically for Au Pairs who match their requirements. After registration, families define which characteristics and requirements are important to them.

The Au Pair search can be filtered by criteria including destination country, nationality, age, availability, duration of stay, language skills, childcare experience, and additional preferences.
Further filters can help families find Au Pairs with a driving licence, specific language skills, or experience caring for children in particular age groups.

AuPair.com also compares the preferences of both sides and suggests suitable candidates. The final selection is always made by the Host Family and the Au Pair.

How do I find a Host Family on AuPair.com?

As an Au Pair, you can use AuPair.com to search for Host Families and Au Pair jobs in different countries.

After registration, you enter your preferred destination countries, possible start date, desired duration of stay, and other preferences. This information is used for both search and matching suggestions.

You can review suitable Host Families, save interesting families as favourites, and send contact requests. Before contacting a family, check whether your requirements and expectations match those of the Host Family and whether you meet the requirements of the Au Pair program in your country of choice.

How filters work

Search filters help you narrow down profiles and focus on users who meet your basic expectations. You can filter results based on criteria such as age, childcare experience, availability dates, preferred destination country, nationalities, languages spoken, specific skills, and other relevant factors. These filters are connected to the information provided in the Job Preferences section of your profile, so the details in Search Criteria and filters should be consistent and not contradict each other to ensure accurate results. If the criteria differ significantly, the system may show fewer or less relevant profiles. At the same time, it is recommended to keep your criteria reasonably flexible, especially at the beginning of your search. Very strict filters may limit the number of profiles you see and make it harder to find a suitable match.

Why search results change

Search results on AuPair.com may change regularly because the platform is dynamic and constantly updated. New Au Pairs and Host Families join the website every day, while existing users may update their profiles, availability dates, or preferences. Profiles may also temporarily disappear from results if users pause their search or become inactive. In addition, search results depend on the filters and criteria you select, so changing these settings may influence the results. The platform also adjusts how profiles are displayed based on profile activity or matching relevance. For this reason, it is helpful to check the platform regularly and keep your own information updated to remain visible to potential matches. You can also add interesting profiles to your favorites list so you don’t lose them while continuing your search.

How matching suggestions are generated

Matching suggestions on AuPair.com are generated automatically based on the information you provide in your profile. The platform compares factors such as preferred destination country, nationality, availability period, childcare experience, languages spoken, and stay duration to identify profiles that may be compatible. Information entered in sections like Job Preferences and Search Criteria plays an especially important role in determining these suggestions. The more complete, accurate and consistent your profile is, the more relevant the suggestions you receive are likely to be. However, these suggestions are only intended to help you begin your search and should not replace direct communication. It is still important to review profiles carefully, ask questions, and discuss expectations to make sure both sides are compatible before choosing a match.

What “availability” really means

Availability on the platform shows the period when an Au Pair or Host Family is actively open to finding a match and arranging a stay. It helps other users understand whether your plans may align and whether it is a good time to start communication. This timeframe reflects when a user is generally ready or interested in beginning the program, but it should not be seen as a fixed start date or an automatic arrangement. Plans may still change depending on factors such as visa procedures, travel arrangements, personal schedules, or other circumstances. In some cases, users may also appear available but may not respond to messages, for example if they are already in discussions with other users, have temporarily paused their search, or have not been recently active on the platform. You can always check the last login date and response rate on each profile to see how active and responsive the user is. Keeping your availability updated also helps you appear in more relevant searches and matching suggestions.