Had you traveled to the USA prior to being an au pair with Au Pair in America?

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1 Had you traveled to the USA prior to being an au pair with Au Pair in America? 1 With family or friends on trips or vacations 2 With a school group 3 Previously worked as a camp counselor, au pair, or other work/travel program 4 As a high school exchange student 5 o I had not previously traveled to the U.S. 6 Other Current 1935 APIA Outcome Survey 1

2 Is English your native language? 1 Yes 2 o Current 1942 APIA Outcome Survey 2

3 16. Volunteer/Travel - While I was an au pair in the USA: (please check all that apply) 1 I did volunteer work, or community service 2 I traveled within the U.S. to other cities with my host family 3 I traveled within the U.S. to other cities with friends or alone Current 1940 APIA Outcome Survey 3

4 Overall, living with an American family as an au pair was helpful in learning about the culture of the United States 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1942 APIA Outcome Survey 4

5 When I was an au pair I believe my host family (children and/or host parents) learned more about my culture 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1941 APIA Outcome Survey 5

6 When I was an au pair my host family (children and/or host parents) improved their foreign language skills 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1942 APIA Outcome Survey 6

7 20. Since being an au pair 1 Returned to the U.S. to work 2 Returned to the U.S. to continue my educational studies 3 Returned to the U.S. for pleasure 4 Returned to the U.S. to live 5 Traveled to other countries to work 6 Traveled to other countries for pleasure 7 Traveled to other countries to continue my educational studies 8 Worked in my home country for an American or foreign company or organization 9 Worked in the U.S. for an American or foreign company or organization 10 Worked in another country for an American or foreign company or organization 11 Returned to the U.S. to visit my host family(ies) 12 Returned to the U.S. to visit friends I made while I was an au pair Current 1771 APIA Outcome Survey 13 Hosted my American host family in my home country 14 Traveled to other countries and met up with my American host family 15 Traveled to other countries to visit au pairs I met while in the U.S.

8 My attitude towards people of the United States has been more positive since being an au pair 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1942 APIA Outcome Survey 8

9 Overall, my participation as an au pair was the most meaningful of my life. 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1942 APIA Outcome Survey 9

10 My participation as an au pair in the USA improved my English fluency. 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1929 APIA Outcome Survey 10

11 Since being an au pair, I have used my English skills: With friends and/or family 1 With friends and/or family 2 In the workplace 3 When travelling abroad 4 To teach others the English language Current 1924 APIA Outcome Survey 11

12 The English language skills I gained as an au pair provided better job opportunities 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1930 APIA Outcome Survey 12

13 Going to a college/university in the USA to take classes while I was an au pair was helpful in learning more about the culture of the United States 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1941 APIA Outcome Survey 13

14 My experience as an au pair impacted my decision to continue my formal education studies when I returned to my home country 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1936 APIA Outcome Survey 14

15 My experience as an au pair influenced the direction of my educational studies 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1936 APIA Outcome Survey 15

16 My participation as an au pair in the USA: Influenced the direction of my career choices 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1937 APIA Outcome Survey 16

17 My participation as an au pair in the USA: Developed intercultural skills that contributed to obtaining my first job after completing my stay as an au pair 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1927 APIA Outcome Survey 17

18 My participation as an au pair in the USA: Contributed to the importance I place on working in a field that I find interesting and fulfilling 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1926 APIA Outcome Survey 18

19 My participation as an au pair in the USA: Contributed to my ability to speak English in the workplace 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1933 APIA Outcome Survey 19

20 My participation as an au pair in the USA: Contributed to my ability to adapt in diverse workplace environments 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1927 APIA Outcome Survey 20

21 My participation as an au pair in the USA: Opened job opportunities that would not have otherwise been available to me 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1929 APIA Outcome Survey 21

22 How important was the au pair experience to you professionally? (With 1 being least important and 5 being most) Current 1942 APIA Outcome Survey 22

23 My participation as an au pair in the USA contributed to: Developing my awareness of political, economic or social events around the world 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1939 APIA Outcome Survey 23

24 My participation as an au pair in the USA contributed to: Defining my political views 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1935 APIA Outcome Survey 24

25 My participation as an au pair in the USA contributed to: A more positive and tolerant attitude towards the United States and its involvement in world affairs 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1933 APIA Outcome Survey 25

26 My participation as an au pair in the USA contributed to: My ability to speak to others in my home country about the US people and culture in a more informed and positive manner 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1931 APIA Outcome Survey 26

27 My participation as an au pair in the USA contributed to: My involvement or interest in a global issue 1 Yes 2 o Current 1925 APIA Outcome Survey 27

28 My participation as an au pair in the USA contributed to: My involvement with a civic or community issue 1 Yes 2 o Current 1916 APIA Outcome Survey 28

29 My participation as an au pair in the USA contributed to: My desire for more diverse friendships and social networks 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1939 APIA Outcome Survey 29

30 My participation as an au pair in the USA contributed to: Strengthened relationships with my own family members 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1935 APIA Outcome Survey 30

31 My participation as an au pair in the USA contributed to: Developing friendships with people from other countries 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1928 APIA Outcome Survey 31

32 My participation as an au pair in the USA contributed to: Developing strong friendships with people of the United States other than my host family 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1936 APIA Outcome Survey 32

33 I have maintained contact with my American host family(ies) and consider them family 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1938 APIA Outcome Survey 33

34 I maintained contact with my American family for a period of time, but have since lost contact. 1 Yes 2 o Current 1929 APIA Outcome Survey 34

35 My participation as an au pair in the USA contributed to: A better understanding of myself and my values 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1940 APIA Outcome Survey 35

36 My participation as an au pair in the USA contributed to: My sense of confidence in new situations or when meeting new people 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1936 APIA Outcome Survey 36

37 My participation as an au pair in the USA contributed to: My ability to accept differences in other people 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1935 APIA Outcome Survey 37

38 My participation as an au pair in the USA contributed to: My ability to be more flexible and open-minded 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1936 APIA Outcome Survey 38

39 My participation as an au pair in the USA contributed to: My ability to be independent 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1936 APIA Outcome Survey 39

40 My participation as an au pair in the USA contributed to: My ability to take initiative 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1931 APIA Outcome Survey 40

41 My participation as an au pair in the USA contributed to: The importance I put on developing my skills and talents 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1932 APIA Outcome Survey 41

42 My participation as an au pair in the USA contributed to: My willingness to work hard and sacrifice in order to do well in school or in my job 3 either agree nor 5 Strongly Current 1935 APIA Outcome Survey 42

43 46. Quote Permission 1 Yes 2 o Current 1882 APIA Outcome Survey 43

44 Highest level of education you currently hold. 1 High school degree 2 Some college 3 2-year educational degree 4 4-year educational degree 5 Masters degree 6 Doctorate 7 Other professional certification Current 1931 APIA Outcome Survey 44

45 My current field of work is best described as: 1 Architecture and Engineering 2 Art, Design and Entertainment 3 Business and Financial Operations 4 Childcare 5 Community and Social Services 6 Computer and Mathematical 7 Education, Training, Library 8 Government 9 Healthcare 10 Hospitality 11 Housewife 12 Legal 13 Media and Journalism 14 Science and Research 15 Student 16 Teaching 17 Travel/Tourism 18 Other Current 1932 APIA Outcome Survey 45