What is Au Pair?
The term "Au Pair" originates from French, meaning "on par" or "reciprocal," reflecting a spirit of mutual exchange and equality. As a cultural exchange programme popular in European and American countries, the au pair initiative has a history spanning over a century. It is designed for young adults aged 18 to 30 who wish to learn a foreign language and immerse themselves in another culture by living with a host family as one of its members. Their primary responsibilities include childcare, language teaching, cultural sharing, and assisting with light household duties. In return, the host family provides room and board, while also ensuring the Au Pair has sufficient time to study the local language and culture.
Requirements:
Age：
Between 18 and 30 years old
Diploma:
High school graduates or above
Criminal Record：
No criminal record
Health：
In good health (physical & mental)
language：
English native speake
Communication：
Good communication skills
Kids：
Enjoy time with kids
Cultures:
Open-minded towards different cultures
Responsibilities:
English tutoring
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Deliver planned English lessons daily to the host kids
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Carry out fun activities with the kids to help them learn English
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Help the kids with their English homework
Take care of the kids
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Waking up the children
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Taking/picking up children to/from school
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Playing games with the children
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Take children to do outdoor activities
Explore cultures with family
Share light housework
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Go shopping with the host family
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Engage in other family activities
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Exchange cultures with the host family
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Learn about local cultural customs
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Clean your own room
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Do some light housework with kids
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Cook some foreign foods (optional)
Matching Process:
Register on Higher Link system and submit the application
Online interview with the Higher Link au pair programme manager
Online interview with the host family
Receive confirmed offer and sign matching documents
Arrive in China
Receive the visa and book the flight
Apply for visa
Register for mandarin school
What can you get
from Higher Link Au Pair?
Cultural exchange at its core
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Share your language and lifestyle while gaining a deep, authentic understanding of Chinese family life, values, and customs.
Learn mandarin in contex
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Pick up practical Chinese through daily immersion, with opportunities for structured lessons and cultural workshops.
Live like a local
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Enjoy home-cooked meals, participate in holidays and traditions, and explore the city or countryside alongside your host family.
Personal and professional growth
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Share your language and lifestyle while gaining a deep, authentic understanding of Chinese family life, values, and customs.
Make global friendships
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Join a diverse community of fellow au pairs. During your free time, connect with other young people who share your curiosity and spirit — explore together, learn together, and build friendships that last.
Safe and supported experienc
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Higher Link provides visa guidance, onboarding, cultural orientation, and 24/7 local support to ensure your journey is smooth and secure.
Why choose us？
About Higher Link
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We are affiliated with the non-profit organisation CECCI
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Focus on cultural exchange between China and Europe
Education
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Abundant universities resources both in China and Europe
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Provide rich Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience Courses in Universities
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Rich and interesting pre-departure and post-arrival training
Safety
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Comprehensive insurance
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24-hour local support
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Customised WeChat group to support
Spare Time
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One day off per week
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Rich local cultural experiencing activities
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More connections with other Au Pair
Matching Process
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Making sure each au pair can find the most suitable host family.
Extra Bonus
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High-value internship opportunities
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Job opportunities at Higher Link
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Enjoy more activities held by CECCI overseas
About the Programme:
Age
Between 18 and 30 years old
Requirements
Education certificate
High school graduates or above
English level
Native speaker
Project duration
2-12 months
Details
Duty hours per week
Up to 30 hours per week
Up to 8 hours per day
Free time
At least 1 day off per week
Costs
Deposit
3500 RMB ( It will be returned to you after finishing the program )
Further Benefits
Educational
Mandarin classes during the school semester
Help
Visa assistance、insurance、local support, etc.
Social
Culture activities 、au pair meeting, etc.
Schedule:
Duty hours
Morning
Afternooon/Evening
Monday
16：00-21：00
Tuesday
10：00-12：00
Mandarin Class
16：00-21：00
Wednesday
16：00-21：00
Thursday
10：00-12：00
Mandarin Class
16：00-21：00
Friday
16：00-21：00
Saturday
10：00-12：00
Mandarin Class
16：00-21：00
Sunday
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You will work no longer than 30 hours per week
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You are not allowed to work more than 8 hours per day
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You have 1 day off per week
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The host family may set a curfew time for the Au Pair
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The host families can adjust their schedules according to their own situations
