
Au Pair Academy

Welcome
We are so excited to announce the launch of our Au Pair Academy at Monroe College. We will be offering programs online through the Fall Semester. 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. In spring, we hope to meet you on our New Rochelle campus.
Winter 2021 Schedule
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.
Hours / Weeks: 36 hours, 3 weeks
Dates: 3/16-4/6
Tuition: $275
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.
Hours / Weeks: 36 hours, 3 weeks
Dates: 3/16 – 4/6
Tuition: $275
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.
Hours/ week: 4 hours per week over 6 weeks – total of 24 or hours 36 hours (with optional assignment)
Dates: 3/1 – 4/7
Days: M/W
Time: 8:45 am – 10:45 am
Tuition: $200 for 24 hours, $275 for 36 hours
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.
Hours/ week: 4 hours per week over 6 weeks – total of 24 or hours 36 hours (with optional assignment)
Dates: 3/1 – 4/7
Days: M/W
Time: 11:15 am – 1:15 pm
Tuition: $200 for 24 hours, $275 for 36 hours
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.
Hours/ week: 4 hours per week over 6 weeks – total of 24 or hours 36 hours (with optional assignment)
Dates: 3/2 – 4/8
Days: T/Th
Time: 8:45 am – 10:45 am
Tuition: $200 for 24 hours, $275 for 36 hours
Academic Communication
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.
Hours/ week: 4 hours per week over 6 weeks – total of 24 or hours 36 hours (with optional assignment)
Dates: 3/1 – 4/7
Days: T/Th
Time: 11:15 am – 1:15 pm
Tuition: $200 for 24 hours, $275 for 36 hours
Professional English
Students will learn skills such as constructing and delivering a proper presentation, effective emailing, talking on the phone and communicating in other professional situations. The course will focus on preparing students for a variety of professional experiences such as working in an office or remotely.
Hours/ week: 2 hours per week over 6 weeks – total of 12 hours
Dates: 3/5 – 4/9
Days: Fridays
Time: 8:45 – 10:45am
Tuition: $100
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?
As a policy, the Department of State expects students to study face-to-face when possible. However, due to Covid-19, online and hybrid courses have been authorized through the Fall 2020 Semester.
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
