Governess/Nanny/Education Focus - East Coast Based - PLACED
Governess – Nanny
Location: United States, East Coast (with international travel)
Schedule: Full-time; flexibility required
Start Date: Early January / First of the Year 2026
Children: Two school-aged children (a third child is currently attending university)
A wonderful UHNW family based on the East Coast of the United States is seeking an experienced Governess/Nanny to support their school-aged children. The ideal candidate will be a polished, calm, and education-focused professional who can integrate seamlessly into a quiet, respectful household.
Responsibilities
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Oversee afternoon routines
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Schedule: Monday through Friday, 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM, with flexibility
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Support homework, academic reinforcement, A/P curriculum and educational enrichment
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Encourage social, academic, and extracurricular engagement (e.g., sourcing a specialist or professor to provide enrichment in coding, AI utilization, STEM-based learning, and cultural exposure)
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Research and plan travel to areas of interest for a highly active family, including scuba diving, kite surfing, and ski destinations
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School drop-off and pick-up, driving to activities, and appointment coordination
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Manage children’s calendars, schedules, and logistics
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Organize playdates and extracurricular commitments
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Prepare simple, healthy snacks
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Maintain organization of children’s belongings and study areas
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Provide gentle guidance, appropriate boundaries, and a calm, stable presence
Ideal Candidate
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Background in education (Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree preferred); familiarity with Montessori, Waldorf, or MUSE approaches
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Calm, polished, warm, and professional demeanor
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Discreet, with the ability to maintain excellent boundaries
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Self-managing with a proactive approach
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Team-oriented with no ego; able to integrate into a quiet household
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Comfortable with international travel
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Familiarity with families who have strong ties to Europe
Requirements
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Fluent in English - German/Spanish advantageous
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Significant experience with school-aged children, including homeschooling support (Children - 8 and 12 years old)
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Valid driver’s license and a safe, reliable driving record, passport ready
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Strong ability to manage calendars, school logistics, and scheduling
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Experience in similar UHNW households with excellent verifiable references
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Must be legally authorized to work in the United States (U.S. passport holder or legal resident)
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Availability to travel internationally without restrictions
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Tech-savvy, forward-thinking, education-focused, and able to think creatively and outside the box
Compensation & Benefits
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Salary: $140,000–$190,000 DOE
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Full benefits package
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Medical, dental, and vision coverage
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Housing stipend
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Two weeks paid vacation
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One week paid sick leave
- Private housing and relocation assistance
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Long-term, stable opportunity with a committed family
