Questions an au-pair might ask family.

Ask about the children, their ages, their friends, what they like to do.

Ask about climate, and what types of cultural activities are available in the area.

Has the family ever had an au-pair before? If so, have they had an au-pair from your country?

What type of area  does the family live in?

What type of activities does the family participate in? Are they active? What does the family do on weekends? Do they like sports, movies, computers, etc?

Why has the family chosen to host an au-pair?

Are there other au-pairs in the area?

What type of clothes should you bring?

What type of jobs do the parents have? Where do the parents work?

What is the typical day like for the family?

What are your typical working hours?

Will you be asked to prepare meals for the kids? What type of food does the family eat? Would the family like you to prepare meals from your country?

Are there specific recipes you can learn to cook before arrive?

Discuss: driving, weather conditions, how often you will need to drive. Will you be expected to drive the children to school and activities?

How do the children feel about a new au-pair joining the family? Did the family have a good relationship with the last au-pair?