Discover the perfect au pair from Spain

Hosting an au pair from Spain is about more than just childcare—it’s about building meaningful connections across cultures. Whether it’s celebrating traditional Spanish festivals like La Feria or La Tomatina, cheering on their favorite fútbol team, enjoying delicious tapas and paella, or introducing your kids to the Spanish language, welcoming a Spanish au pair into your home will help your children see the world from a new perspective.

Why choose a Spanish au pair?

Many families who’ve welcomed Spanish au pairs started 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 Spain are known for their warm, family-oriented values and a culture that celebrates joy and community. Their adaptability, positivity, and reliability 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 Spain 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

Spanish au pairs travel to the U.S. on a legal J-1 cultural exchange visa with 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 children. Au pair costs start 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.

The unique benefits of hosting a Spanish au pair

Help your children learn Spanish

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

Celebrating Spanish traditions in your home

From flamenco music to holidays like La Feria or Semana Santa, your au pair from Spain will bring rich traditions into your home. Hosting means sharing everything from festive foods to celebrations rooted in community, family, and connection.

Tailored support for your family’s needs

Our Spanish 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 Spanish au pairs

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 Spanish 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.

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

The amount of thought, energy, and love our au pair pours into every day with our children is nothing short of amazing.

The boys know that they are loved and accepted fully, even with their mistakes and flaws. She plans countless adventures on days without school and can often be found running on the soccer field alongside our boys. We are ecstatic that our boys have someone so loving and kind to care for them and serve as a role model.

Kimberly, host mom in Michigan

FAQs about Spanish au pairs