Make JAPAN your ideal GAP YEAR,

AU PAIR YEAR and EXPERIENCE OF A LIFE TIME

Be part of the au pair world now while you are young and free

 
AU PAIR IN JAPAN

Japan, the country of history and great traditions, cherry blossoms, Mount Fujiyama, beautiful gardens to rest and meditate in, fabulous food made by highly trained chefs, real sushi and sashimi, geishas, tea ceremonies, magnificent architecture.  Walk through the streets of Tokyo bustling with people, alive and vibrant.

JCR Aupairs & Nannies is the most trusted aupair/nanny agency for safe and secure placements and "in country" back up and support.

Au Pair Age group: 18 - 30      
Males and Females may apply.

Education:  Completed year 12 or higher

Childcare Experience: Minimum of 200 hours. This can be any fairly regular interaction with children not related to you, up to age 12. Experience with children related to you is acceptable but only in addition to that of non related children.  Applicants with professional childcare experience are welcome on this program.

Period of commitment:  6 month placements which can be extended for a further 6 months, all year round.

Visa :   
6 month Working Holiday Visa which can be extended for a further 6 months on application.

Au Pair Applicants to Japan must speak English well as families wish their children to learn to speak English.  A knowledge of Japanese, whilst not a requirement, would be an asset.

All positions are live in. All Salaries are quoted net of tax unless otherwise advised.

You pay your own return airfare and provide your own health insurance cover.

AU PAIR  

• Work for 35 hours per week.
• Childcare which will include supervision, playing games, meals and baths.
• Light housework which can include ironing, dusting, vacuuming.
• Baby sit for 2 evenings per week.
• Be a non smoker.
• Be willing to learn to speak Japanese and not to expect everyone to speak English.
• Be willing to attend Japanese language classes.
• Be willing and able to adapt to another culture.
• Be willing to learn the way of life in another culture
• Have a sense of responsibility and a positive "can do"  attitude.
• Useful to have a valid driving license but not a requirement.

IN YOUR AU PAIR WORLD YOU GET

• Your own comfortable room.
• Full board and lodge. You may have to cook for yourself depending on the family's life style.
• 1 and ½  days free per week with one being usually Sunday.
• Be paid an allowance of YEN10,000 [AU$122] per week.
• 2 weeks paid vacation per year.
• Full back up and support from JCR's associate in Japan.
• Full back up and support from JCR Head Office, Australia.
• Telephone numbers of other aupairs.
• Opportunity to meet young people from all over the world.

 
Becoming part of the family is the spirit of the au pair program.

AU PAIR GENERAL INFORMATION

Unless you already speak Japanese or have a very good working knowledge of the language, maybe having learned the language in high school or tertiary education, you are required to attend Japanese language classes.

Au pairs will, of course, hear Japanese spoken all around them and they can ask the host parents to speak to you in basic Japanese so that you learn quickly.  By the end of your GAP YEAR you could be speaking Japanese really well if not fluently.

We suggest that all applicants have at least 200 words of basic Japanese before they leave especially if they have not studied Japanese in either high school or at tertiary level.
Knowing some vocabulary will help you to settle in.
There are many good books, CDs and internet sites to learn from. Try www.rosettastone.com

The Working Holiday visa to Japan takes about 1 week to be issued. You will have to show the Japanese consulate that you have an amount of AU$2500 available to you to maintain yourself initially.  Further information and how to apply will be provided.

Apply for this country 4 months in advance of when you wish to go

The amount paid to you is pocket money and should be accepted as that. Should you wish to travel in Japan, take additional money with you or a credit/debit card.

There is always a demand for aupairs and those with a qualification are highly valued. Families will give preference to applicants with the JCR aupair/childminding certificate. Obtain your aupair certificate now through the on-line JCR Aupair course. Benefit by being given priority placement.

• Professionalism, safety, security and care are four of the basic elements of JCR. Our programs aim to help you to find the perfect family match for you so that you have a great time in Japan.
• JCR has been sending au-pairs on cultural exchange and care, legal programs since 1992. 
• JCR are so confident of their programs that they will not charge a placement fee until you accept a proposed host family.
• JCR ensures a valid contract that protects you. You will receive calls from host families that are interested in your application.
• JCR provides full support during your au pair year, including back up and support in case of emergencies; rematches should there be problems and fully vetted host families.