Au Pair in America: Mutual Matching 💞

Introducing Mutual Matching 💙

A new, more transparent way to find your host family

In the past, host families could see your profile and choose who they wanted to connect with.

Now? It goes both ways.

With Mutual Matching, you can see host families too.

That means:

👀 You can browse families yourself
🔎 You can search based on what matters to you
👍 You can show interest
⭐ You can save families for later
👎 You can skip families that aren’t the right fit

It’s no longer one-sided. It’s truly mutual.

How does Mutual Matching work? 💻✨

Here’s exactly what you can do:

🔎 Search for Families

You can search for host families based on your preferences, including:

📍 Location – Want California sunshine or New York energy? You decide.
👧 Number of children – Prefer caring for one child or a busy household?
🎂 Children’s ages – Babies, toddlers, school-age — choose what you feel most confident with.

You’re in control of what you’re looking for.

Why Mutual Matching is better 🌟

🏡 More choice
See welcoming host families across the United States.

🎯 More control
Search and match based on your own preferences — location, children’s ages, lifestyle and more.

✨ More visibility
Stand out by showing host families you’re interested in connecting.

🔐 More security
Match safely and communicate on our trusted platform.

⏳ Faster connections
Spend less time waiting and more time actively shaping your future.

Top tips for Mutual Matching 💡

Want to make the most of the new system? Here are some insider tips to help you succeed:

👥 Focus on 3–5 families at a time

It’s tempting to connect with everyone — but quality beats quantity.
Only like around five families as that will help you stay organised, respond thoughtfully and build stronger connections.

📝 Make your profile personal

Families aren’t just looking at experience — they’re looking at you.
Add photos, talk about your hobbies and share why you love working with children. Personality matters.

💬 Ask real questions

Go beyond “What are the kids like?”
Ask about routines, parenting style, expectations and what a typical week looks like. This helps avoid surprises later.

⏰ Be responsive

Quick replies show you’re serious and excited. Even a short message saying “I’ll reply properly later today” keeps communication warm and positive.

❤️ Trust your instinct

If something doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t. The right match should feel comfortable, respectful and exciting for both sides.

🎯 Be clear about your preferences

Location, children’s ages, driving, pets — know what matters most to you. Mutual Matching works best when you’re honest about what you want.

A better way to match as an au pair 💬

Mutual Matching puts you at the heart of the process.

Instead of hoping the right family finds you, you can now actively choose, connect and decide together.

It’s clearer.
It’s faster.
It’s more transparent.
And it gives you confidence that your match is truly mutual.

Because the best matches don’t just happen — they’re built together.

✨ Ready to find your perfect host family?

Your American journey starts with one brave decision — and now, you have more control than ever.

To find out more about mutual matching, click here.