Discover the perfect au pair from Mexico

Hosting an au pair from Mexico is about more than just childcare—it’s about building meaningful connections across cultures. Whether it’s celebrating traditions like Día de los Muertos, cheering on their favorite soccer team, trying new Mexican foods, or introducing your kids to Spanish, welcoming a Mexican au pair into your home will help your children see the world from a new perspective.

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Why choose an au pair from Mexico?

Many families who welcome Mexican au pairs start their search in our host family app—where you can browse profiles and connect with someone who’s the right fit for your family.

Au pairs from Mexico are known for their strong family values and a culture that celebrates warmth, tradition, and community. Their adaptability, positive outlook, and sense of responsibility make them a natural fit for families seeking dependable, flexible, and loving care.

How our au pair program works

Matching process & local support

We'll help you find an au pair from Mexico who is a strong match in terms of personality, values, and parenting style. With guidance from our team during the matching process—and yearlong support from a local coordinator in your community—you’ll have expert help every step of the way.

Visa requirements & legal considerations

Mexican au pairs travel to the U.S. on a legal J-1 cultural exchange visa from the federal au pair program. These visas are issued by the U.S. Department of State which also regulates the program. Cultural Care is a designated sponsor of this program and is responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal regulations.

Understanding the program costs

Hosting an au pair through Cultural Care is a cost-effective alternative to daycare or nanny care—especially for those with multiple kids. The cost of a Mexican au pair starts at around $1,755/month. You're also expected to provide a weekly stipend, meals, and up to $500 toward your au pair’s educational requirement.

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The unique benefits of hosting a Mexican au pair

Help your children learn Spanish

While they're conversationally fluent in English, Spanish-speaking au pairs from Mexico also love to share their native tongue—giving your children the chance to experience language-learning through daily conversation, songs, and play.

Celebrating Mexican traditions in your home

With lively mariachi music and meaningful holidays like Día de los Muertos, your au pair will bring Mexican family life into your home. Hosting means sharing everything from flavorful Mexican food like tamales and mole to celebrations rooted in community, and connection.

Tailored support for your family’s needs

Our Mexican au pairs provide care that fits into your family’s schedule and lifestyle—think help with school drop-offs and pick-ups, bedtime routines, weekend and date-night coverage, and everything in between.

How we support host families and au pairs from Mexico

Preparation and training

Our team provides pre-arrival guidance and comprehensive training for both au pairs and host families, so everyone feels prepared and confident from day one.

Local support during the year

With the arrival of your Mexican au pair to the USA, you'll benefit from ongoing check-ins, 24/7 emergency support, and a dedicated local coordinator in your community.

Online and in-person events

Cultural Care hosts 365+ online and in-person support sessions and recreational activities, all of which program participants can access through the app.

Become a host family

Success story: How one Mexican au pair became a part of the family

“Julss joined our family at the beginning of March, and is our third au pair with Cultural Care.

Both girls instantly trusted Julss, with her calm confidence and commitment to fun. She speaks three languages fluently and is an exceptional artist. Julss has welcomed us into her world, sharing stories about Mexico, introducing the girls to the wonders of watermelon and Tajín, and bringing us jerseys so we can all celebrate her love of fútbol. She is all in and so are we!”

Valerie, host mom to Mexican au pair Julss

FAQs about Mexican au pairs

What are the daily responsibilities of an au pair?

Mexican au pairs can provide up to 45 hours per week of childcare (no more than 10 hours per day), following a schedule that works best for your family. They can provide household help related to the kids, including preparing their meals, doing their laundry, and picking up their rooms. Au pairs can also drive kids' to appointments and activities.

What makes Mexican au pairs special is their ability to share rich cultural traditions, holidays, and their native Spanish language—bringing a global perspective into your home.

How long can a Mexican au pair stay with a host family?

Mexican au pairs commit to staying with their host families in the U.S. for at least one year. Towards the end of their first year, au pairs from Mexico can extend their time with their current family or with a new one for an additional 6, 9, or 12 months (as long as they are in good standing and have completed their Education Requirement in time). Altogether, Mexican au pairs can stay with your family for a maximum of two years.

What are the working hours for an au pair?

Mexican au pairs can provide childcare for up to 45 hours a week (up to 10 hours in a day), and their schedule can vary based on your family's specific needs. The flexible coverage the au pair program provides is one reason families find it so beneficial.

At the same time, it’s important to communicate your family’s schedule clearly during the matching process and give your au pair as much advance notice as possible so they know what to expect.

How do host families ensure a good match with a Mexican au pair?

To find an au pair from Mexico, you'll use our app and the expert guidance of a Cultural Care Matching Specialist. You'll start by creating a profile in the app, sharing details about your unique situation, schedule, interests, and values. You can then message and chat with up to five au pairs at a time, giving you the ability to compare and determine who is the best one for you.

Along the way, your Matching Specialists will guide you through the process and share advice to ensure you find a great match.

What do I do if my au pair is not the right fit?

All of our Mexican au pair reviews are fantastic, but if things aren’t going well with your au pair, you should be in touch with your Local Childcare Consultant (LCC) or a Cultural Care staff member so we can help. The majority of conflicts between host families and au pairs happen as a result of personality differences or misunderstandings and these can usually be resolved through better communication. If your issues cannot be worked out, you may decide to continue the program with a new au pair, in which case we will work with you to find a better match as soon as possible. If you decide not to continue with the program, we will issue a refund if applicable (our refund policy is outline in the Host Family Agreement). Either way, it is expected that your au pair will stay with your family until they can find another host family or travel home.

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