The American Red Cross says that children older than 5 years should not be acting out frustrations by biting, hitting or kicking. Any form of aggression requires immediate attention. If you experience physical aggression from your host child, immediately speak with your host parents, so they can address that issue with their child.
Cultural Care Au Pair does not tolerate any physical aggression from a host child against an au pair. If at any moment Cultural Care is concerned about the au pair’s safety, we would remove the au pair from that family. Make sure you immediately inform your host family and your Local Childcare Consultant if you have any concerns regarding your own safety.