Hi, I'm Sofia with GreatAuPair USA - welcome! If you're dreaming of a year in America, here's how it works. The J-1 Au Pair Program is a cultural exchange program run under the U.S. Department of State. As an au pair, you live with an American host family, help care for their children, and experience life in the United States - all while continuing your education. GreatAuPair USA is a Department of State-designated sponsor, which means we're officially authorized to bring au pairs to America. Our own in-house team personally screens every au pair and every host family - we never outsource that - and we support you at every step, from your first application all the way through your year in the U.S. This video library will walk you through the whole journey, one short video at a time. And remember - Ava is available to answer and support you 24/7. Just click the chat bubble to connect.