Meet Our Family
Jon (Dad)
Occupation: Software Developer
Enjoys: Cooking, walking, LEGO, reading
Charlotte (Mom)
Occupation: AI Product Manager
Enjoys: Gardening, singing, piano & reading
Linus
Age: 7 years old
Loves: LEGO, art, piano, science, swimming
School: Just finished Mandarin immersion 1st grade
Saffron
Age: 5 years old
Loves: Bike, scooter, books, piano
School: Just finished preschool
Oona
Age: 3 years old
Personality: Very happy little one
Loves: Books, walks, playgrounds, pools
🏠 Our Cozy Corner of the World
Our home is in Minnetonka, just 20 minutes from the Minneapolis, the largest city in Minnesota. Our neighborhood is the perfect place to take long walks in nature, meet up with other neighborhood kids (we have 20 kids on our street!), or walk to the nearby cafe for Saturday morning coffee and a snack from the bakery. Our house is filled with laughter, the occasional (okay, frequent!) LEGO creations scattered about, and always has something delicious cooking in the kitchen (Jon loves to experiment!). You'll have your own peaceful space in a quiet corner of the house to retreat to after a day with the kids.
💝 What Makes Us, Us
We believe in curiosity, kindness, and learning together as a family. Our days are a beautiful mix of morning piano practice (yes, all three kids are learning!), afternoon playground adventures, bedtime stories in multiple languages, and lots of creative projects. We love exploring museums, trying new recipes, building epic LEGO cities, and having impromptu dance parties in the kitchen. We can't wait to share these experiences with you while learning about your culture and traditions too!
How You'll Help Our Family Thrive
Provide Loving Childcare
- Be a caring presence during your time with the kids
- Help with those busy morning rushes and naptime routines
- Spark creativity and imagination through music, reading books, or doing arts and crafts
- Take the kids on fun outings such as a walk to the nearby park, a visit to the library, or a trip to the zoo
- Keep our little ones safe while they explore and play
Have Adventures
- Take the kids on nature walks to discover bugs, flowers, and interesting rocks
- Encourage outdoor play and exploration in our backyard or neighborhood
- Visit the local library for story time and help them pick out new books
- Head to different parks so they can try new playgrounds and meet other kids
- Go swimming at the local pool
- Join us for family outings and memory-making trips
Keep Our Nest Tidy
- Help kids learn to put away their toys and clothes after playing
- Prepare yummy, healthy meals the children will actually eat!
- Do the kids' laundry and keep their rooms organized
- Teach kids age-appropriate chores so they can help too
- Tidy up play areas and common spaces throughout the day
Share Your Culture
- Teach us words in your language (we love learning!)
- Share stories, foods, and traditions from your homeland
- Become part of our family traditions while creating new ones together
- Teach the kids games you played growing up
- Be the amazing role model who shows our kids how wonderful the world is
Weekly Schedule (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Your working hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (during summer, Fridays end at 3:00 PM)
Maximum Hours: 45 hours per week (as per au pair program guidelines)
Days Off: Two weeks of paid vacation
Weekends: You are more than welcome to join our family on whatever activities we plan, otherwise you are free to spend it as you wish!
What We'd Love to Give You
Accommodation
- Private bedroom with a queen Sleep Number bed, two windows with a view of the woods, and a newly remodeled reach-in closet
- A $150 gift card to decorate your room so you feel right at home
- Access to a shared bathroom (which will primarily be yours)
- Full access to common areas
Compensation
- Weekly stipend as per program requirements
- $500 education allowance
- Health insurance coverage
- Two weeks paid vacation
Transportation & Freedom
- Use of family car when needed
- Help getting local driver's license
- Freedom to explore the area
- Support for local activities and friendships
Growth Opportunities
- Support for local college courses
- English language practice
- Cultural experiences and travel opportunities
- Professional references
Our Dream Au Pair
🎯 What You Bring to the Table
- Some experience loving and caring for young children (minimum 200 hours)
- A valid driver's license and confidence behind the wheel
- English skills good enough for bedtime stories and heart-to-heart talks
- Experience with the beautiful chaos that is 3-7 year-olds
- Enthusiasm for creative activities like art, music, and craft projects
✨ The Magic Ingredients We Hope You Have
- A patient heart and gentle hands for those tricky toddler moments (especially with our spirited 3-year-old!)
- The kind of reliability that lets parents breathe easy
- Flexibility for those curveball days (because kids, you know 🫠?)
- Genuine excitement about sharing your world with ours
- Energy to keep up with playground adventures, bike rides, and pool trips
- A smoke-free lifestyle
- Love for books, music, and creative learning (bonus points if you play an instrument!)