Experience China
as an Au Pair
Program Overview
The term “Au Pair” comes from the French "on a par" or "equal to", indicating that the relationship is one of equals. As an Au Pair in China, you will be able to experience China to the fullest by living with a Chinese Host Family (or a foreign family that lives in China). An Au Pair will provide educational assistance such as language tutoring, childcare, and carry out some light household duties. During this experience, Au Pairs will also have the chance to explore the unique aspects of Chinese culture by attending Mandarin classes, culture courses, Au Pair Club activities, and much more.
Requirements:
Between 18 to 30 years old
Proficient in spoken English
ln good health
A real passion for working with children
Open-minded towards different cultures
Good communication skills
No criminal record
About the Program:
Benefits
and Costs
All flights paid for by LoPair at the start of the program
3 days of paid leave every 3 months
2,000 RMB minimum pocket money a month
Travel insurance and visa assistance provided
Visa renewal fees covered by LoPair
Extension bonuses after 6 and 9 months
Details
Requirements
Further
Benefits
*Program fees vary by countries/areas of departure：England, Ireland, Oceania $300；Europe, South Africa $500；North America $800. For other countries please contact a LoPair representative.
$300+ fee* once placement secured
You Pay
You Receive
Length of program
Duty hours per week
3 - 12 months
Up to 30 hours per week
Locations of host families
Mainly in Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou
Free time
At least 1.5 days off per week
18 - 30
Age
Education certificate
Experience
English level
Highschool graduates or above
200 hours of childcare experience suggested
Speak fluent English, C1 or C2 suggested
Educational
Help and Socialising
Up to 20 class hours of Mandarin classes during the semester
Visa assistance, cultural activities, au-pair meetups & more
Steps:
01
Register on Lopair system - Submit application - Pre-Screening
Application
02
Host family interview — Confirm offer — Sign matching documents
Matching Process
03
Register for Mandarin School - School provides visa documents - Apply for visa - Book flight tickets -
Pre-departure orientation
Visa Application and Pre-Departure
F A Q:
01.Will Lopair cover my plane tickets?
Yes! We are one of the few organizations that not only offer round trip plane tickets, but we pay from them upfront instead of refunding you the cost at the end of the program. You don’t need to book your own plane ticket to China.
04.Will anyone pick me up from the airport when I arrive in China?
Yes! The host family will pick you up from the airport but, if they are not available, we will send Lopair staff to pick you up and welcome you!
07.Where will I take my Mandarin lessons?
We have contracts with a professional Mandarin school in every city. After you come to China, you will go to a local Mandarin school to take lessons every week.
10.Does LoPair continue to offer support after the program ends?
Yes! We have a number of programs, support networks, and even paid jobs available for au pairs once they’ve completed their contract. We would be happy to have you join us! For example: au pair program ambassador; alumni network; virtual intern; or online tutor.
02.Why does Lopair charge a program fee?
LoPair charges a fee that depends on where you are from and we use this to guarantee your place in the program and your Mandarin classes. At LoPair, we try to keep upfront costs as low as possible to make the program accessible for everyone and we believe charging a small program fee, instead of asking participants to pay for their flights, is the best way to do this.
05.Does LoPair offer any bonuses?
Yes! We offer an extension bonus to au pairs who want to extend their program after the end of the 6-month program. You will get a $100 bonus for every month you extend.
08.Is the pocket money a certain amount, or can it be discussed?
The minimum pocket money is 1500 yuan a month. Since the living expenses in China are higher in big cities, some host families are willing to provide more pocket money, so it can be discussed.
11.Will I have the opportunity to travel in China after the program ends?
Yes, au pairs get 3 extra off days (paid!) for every 3-month program, as well as 1.5 off days per week. You can use your off days to arrange a vacation and often the host family will want to show you their favorite places.
03.At what point do I need to pay the program fee?
You pay the program fee only after you are matched with a host family. Before that, you don’t need to pay anything.
06.Do I have to stay with the same host family if I decide to extend my stay?
Not if you don’t want to: you can change your host family or even change the city for your extension.
09. What benefits are there during the program?
There are many benefits during the program, these include, but are not limited to:
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pocket money
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transportation reimbursement (depending on the host family)
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extension bonus for 6+ months
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cultural events
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au pair meetups
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24/7 support from LoPair
Our Support in Au Pair China
Au Pair China Team
Iris Guo
Program Coordinator
Iris is an English major who joined Lopair in 2018 and is particularly skilled at building interpersonal relationships. She has worked with au pairs from over 20 countries over the years and she helps in application prescreening, placement, and working with field staff on in-country support.
Talk to her: iris.guo@lopair.com
