Monday, October 8, 2012

Social Media and Safety

A big part of your job as an au pair is working closely with your host family. A good relationship depends on talking openly and honestly, as well as understanding your host family's privacy preferences.

Social media can be a great way to stay in touch with your family and friends back home but be mindful when posting host family related updates and photos. Social media includes Facebook, Twitter, blogs, Tumblr, etc.


Tips for using social media:
  • Do not post photos of your host family on social networking sites without their permission 
  • Do not visit websites that you wouldn't want your host family to know about 
  • Do not write things about your host family that you wouldn't want them to read, even in your own language 
  • Do not spend time on the computer while taking care of children 
  • Respect your host family's privacy
Online conversations are public and may reach a broader audience than you originally intended. Use your best judgment when posting anything online.

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