Thai Au Pairs

10 great reasons Thai au pairs are a great fit for any host family!

1. Varied childcare experienceThai au pairs tend to have experience taking care of children in a number of different settings (daycare centers, schools, hospitals, babysitting). They are usually accustomed to caring for infants and often care for multiple children at once. About 85% of our Thai au pairs are infant-qualified.

2. Older candidatesThai au pairs are typically more mature—their average age is 25.

3. Pleasant demeanorThai au pairs are typically very grateful and gracious. Host families often say they are happy, laid back and flexible.

4. English levelThough many of our Thai au pairs have an English level of a 4, they may be stronger communicators than you think. There is a wide range of level 4s; therefore, it is critical to interview a candidate before passing on her because of perceived language weakness. It is also important to note that Thai au pairs typically have very good English comprehension—it is the pronunciation that is difficult for them (perhaps because they often learn English from non-native speakers). Once they get here, they tend to improve very quickly.
Something else to consider: Thai au pairs might giggle on the phone during a conversation. This doesn’t imply childishness or lack of maturity. Rather, it is a way to disguise shyness or embarrassment over inability to pronounce certain words. Encouraging them to open up and make mistakes often solves this issue.

5. Willing to help around the house Thais are accustomed to helping with domestic chores and are therefore happy to help with the childrens’ laundry, meals, etc.

6. Well-educatedThai au pairs are usually very well educated; a lot of them have bachelors and/or master’s degrees and have professional careers back home.

7. Well-connectedThais often communicate through online message boards and are usually very well-connected with other Thai au pairs in the U.S. even before they arrive. This immediate network of friends helps to avoid homesickness and lowers the rate of early return.

8. Good role modelsRarely do our Thai candidates have tattoos, piercings, or smoking/drinking habits that families have to worry about. They also generally place a high importance on family relationships.

9. More likely to extendAu pairs from Thailand have a high extension rate, and, when they do extend, are more likely to stay with the same family.

10. Big America fansThais love America!