DO'S:

• Have responsible fun
• Be SUPER conscious of safety at all times
• Switch off your cellphone
• Be very organised and pay attention to the details of your job description
• Have a valid first aid certificate
• Keep a log of all monies spent along with the slips in a book specifically for this purpose - essential!

DON'T:

• Think au pairing is a glorified form of babysitting.
• Watch television with or without the kids.
• Sleep on the couch
• Leave a mess for others to tidy up.
• Use your cellphone other than your job related.
• Be late to pick up kids from anywhere.
• Call last minute and tell a working parent that you are ill.
• Make every outing about spending money - shopping malls etc - be creative!
• Talk to the children about your problems.
• Swear or talk badly in front of children.
• Wear inappropriate clothing, face piercings or visible tattoos