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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP here. How exactly does rematch work? I would want to onboard her replacement as soon as possible after letting her know. Are there strategies for streamlining?? The CC rematch pool is pretty skinny right now, and I am not averse to switching agencies but haven't researched them....could I engage a new agency and begin interviews before pulling the trigger on the rematch? I've been in touch with LCC to let her know we have had this issue but AP has a family wedding she is attending next weekend and I don't want to do anything until after that...[/quote]

Rematch is not a pretty picture, but it is sometimes necessary.  We got temporary nannies to fill the gap a couple of times, so we could take our time and get a new out of country AP.  You can probably get a college student nanny --live in from another area-- for the summer, and it will feel like having an AP minus the language and driving skills issues PLUS the admin burden of paperwork and employment taxes.   Take advantage of the timing --May is perfect for this --and seriously consider a summer nanny.  We worked with an agency and got a girl who was great for us -- very quiet, not a partier, and went home to PA (her own car) many weekends.  (If you establish a relationship with an agency, you'll also have a fallback if you have an issue in the future.  Don't be put off by the tax stuff---it's only for a few months.)  She'll likely need to return to school in mid-August, but you'll have some breathing room.  
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