Au Pair Academy
Welcome
We are so excited to welcome you to our Au Pair Academy at Monroe College. Our classes are offered virtually and on campus (located at 145 Huguenot Street, New Rochelle). Our staff has been working with au pairs for many years and understands your academic and career needs. We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant and supportive college community.
Fall 2022 Schedule
ON-CAMPUS IN NEW ROCHELLE AND ONLINE
TOEFL iBT Preparation
The TOEFL test is the world’s most trusted English-language assessment. It is considered the gold-standard for determining college readiness and is accepted by more than 11,000 universities and other institutions in over 150 countries. This course will provide a general overview of the exam while focusing specifically on helping you receive your personal best score in the grammar and writing section. Because these sections tend to be the most challenging for exam-takers, our instructor will share her expertise and guide you to success.
Check with your au pair agency before registering for an online course.
Hours / Weeks: 36 hours, 3 weeks
Dates: 10/25 to 11/15
Times: Tuesday & Thursday night 7pm – 10pm
Tuition: $275
ON-CAMPUS IN NEW ROCHELLE
Personality Psychology – Weekend Intensive
Develop a better understanding of your personality and of what “makes you tick.” Take a variety of personality assessments that pinpoint the person you are and the person you have the potential to become. Learn how genes interact with the environment and life experiences to produce one's personality. With the assistance of your instructor and classmates, identify and leverage your personality strengths to generate successful relationships, career success, and better mental health.
Hours / Weeks: weekend + post assignment = 36 hours,
Dates: 10/22-23, post assignment due 11/22
Times: Saturday and Sunday 9 am – 5 pm
Tuition: $275
ON-CAMPUS IN NEW ROCHELLE AND ONLINE
Evening ESL: Speaking American
Students will improve their ability to speak fluently and accurately as well as to listen and understand. To strengthen your verbal and listening communication skills, you will practice negotiating a variety of everyday situations. Instructors will use materials taken from textbooks and pop culture such as in TV shows and movies to practice fun and interactive dialogs and role-plays. You will build vocabulary and grammatical understanding in the context of real-world situations. You will also work on the multiple aspects of pronunciation, including rhythm and stress.
Check with your au pair agency before registering for an online course.
Hours / Weeks: 36 hours, 6 weeks
Dates: 10/19-11/28
Times: Monday and Wednesday 7pm - 10pm
Tuition: $275
ON-CAMPUS IN NEW ROCHELLE
Grammar and Writing
Learn grammar in the context of real-world writing situations and through controlled exercises from the textbook. Learn how to correct your mistakes and improve your writing by editing and revising your papers. Students will also learn to interact in a variety of way including writing professional emails, participating in academic chat rooms, and creating written materials for slides and other presentations.
Format: On-campus at 145 Huguenot Street, New Rochelle, New York
Hours/ week: 4 hours per week over 6 weeks (36 hours)
Dates: 10/26 – 12/5
Days: M/W
Time: 8:45 am – 10:45 am
Hours/Credit: 36 hours or 3 credits
Tuition: $275
ON-CAMPUS IN NEW ROCHELLE
Reading and Vocabulary
Learn different reading strategies and skills to increase vocabulary and reading comprehension. Read a variety of newspaper and magazine articles, novels and stories, and academic texts to learn how to apply these strategies and skills.
Format: On-campus at 145 Huguenot Street, New Rochelle, New York
Hours/ week: 4 hours per week over 6 weeks (36 hours)
Dates: 10/26 – 12/5
Days: M/W
Time: 11:15 am – 1:15 pm
Tuition: $275
ON-CAMPUS IN NEW ROCHELLE
Speaking and Listening
Improve conversational fluency and listening comprehension. This class focuses on communicating ideas in English. Audio, video and reading materials are used for conversation topics and for developing listening skills. Student will improve their pronunciation and fluency through controlled and free practice activities.
Format: On-campus at 145 Huguenot Street, New Rochelle, New York
Hours/ week: 4 hours per week over 6 weeks (36 hours)
Dates: 10/25 – 12/6
Days: T/Th
Time: 8:45 am – 10:45 am
Hours/Credit: 36 hours or 3 credits
Tuition: $275
ON-CAMPUS IN NEW ROCHELLE
Conversation Skills
You will be expected to communicate in many ways during your academic career including participating in activities such as one-on-one and group discussions and engaging with project teams. Learn language and communication techniques in the context of your real-world situations. You will also learn note-taking, summarizing, outlining, and “word cloud” idea organization techniques that will support your academic and professional lives.
Format: On-campus at 145 Huguenot Street, New Rochelle, New York
Hours/ week: 4 hours per week over 6 weeks (36 hours)
Dates: Dates: 10/25 - 12/6
Days: T/Th
Time: 11:15 am – 1:15 pm
Tuition: $275
ON-CAMPUS IN NEW ROCHELLE
English for Professional & Private Life
This course will help you strengthen your communication skills for interacting with your host family & friends and when transacting business. Our innovative course will focus on language to enhance your private life on Saturdays and professional speech on Sundays. Saturdays will target language for sharing feelings & needs, shopping & dining, communicating with your host family among other topics. The Sunday meeting will deal with business and professional situations where you will learn to negotiate, apply & interview for jobs, as well as conduct meetings.
prerequisite: for intermediate & advanced English communicators
Hours/ week: 36 hours
Dates: Dates: 10/22 – 12/4
Days: Sa/Su
Time: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Tuition: $275
Jason Tannenbaum
Director, International Strategic Initiatives
FAQs
Why should I choose the Au Pair Academy at Monroe College?
Our staff is the designers of the original and premier au pair program in the tri-state area. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality courses that match your educational and professional needs at the most affordable prices available.
Can I earn my au pair credits/hours at the Au Pair Academy?
Yes, Monroe College is an accredited degree-granting post-secondary academic institution that allows us to issue education hours /credits certificates to au pairs.
How can I register for courses?
It’s easy. See the “Register Here” button associated with each of the courses. Click the button and follow the instructions.
Can I take courses online?
We are currently running online and on-campus courses, but The U.S Department of State which oversees au pair visas expects students to study face-to-face when possible. As of 9/1/22, all au pair courses will require on-campus participation.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes, once our administration has verified with the professor that you have completed the requirements for your course, we will send you a certificate in an email. You will easily be able to upload that certificate to your au pair company portal.
Will I receive an ID?
Students whose courses run for six or more weeks will receive a student ID. If students need proof of registration, we can provide a letter of verification. When you register for a course, students will present a letter of registration and ID to security personnel once we begin in-class courses again.
Is there parking at Monroe College?
There is street parking on Main and surrounding streets. There is also reasonably priced parking at the New Roc City Garage. We will provide specific parking information once you register for classes.
May I bring my host children to class?
Unfortunately, due to legal liability, we cannot allow children to attend classes for any reason.
May I bring a friend to the class?
Instructors have the right to accept or refuse any visitors or observers. You may bring a friend to one class with advance permission from the instructor.
Will my professor give me a reference?
Personal references will be provided at the discretion of each professor. The director of the Au Pair Academy will provide a letter of completion upon request.
What majors does Monroe offer?
Monroe offers undergraduate and graduate-level courses. Please see the weblink below.
https://www.monroecollege.edu/academics
Are there scholarships available for international students?
International Scholarships (INTS) are awarded to new-to-Monroe undergraduate international F1 matriculated students with an excellent record of academic performance at their high school or prior college; e.g. 3.0 or higher GPA. These scholarships are available to undergraduate students only. Scholarships and grants do not apply to au pair courses.
What TOEFL score does Monroe College require for undergraduate and graduate admission?
Students are recommended to achieve a 65 for undergraduate and 80 to gain admission to Monroe Colleges programs.
Can I talk to a college advisor?
Yes, please call us at 347-323-9041, or email jtannenbaum@monroecollege.edu.
Is Monroe active on Social Media?
Yes, please follow us at https://www.facebook.com/monroecollege, https://www.instagram.com/monroecollege/, https://twitter.com/monroe college
Course Completion Certificates
Once we have verified that you have completed the requirements for your course, we will send you a certificate in an email within 7 business days. You will upload that certificate to your au pair company portal.
Important Note: please use the exact name in your passport when registering. This is the name that will be used for your certificate and must match your passport for visa purposes.
Refund Policy
100% refund until the start of the 2nd course meeting. 0% refund once the 2nd class meeting begins. Refund requests must be made by email to the director at jtannenbaum@monroecollege.edu before the start of the 2nd class meeting. The above policy extends to all au pairs, including those in rematch or experiencing work schedule changes. Refunds can take up to two weeks to appear on your credit card statement.