A busy private family with multiple residences and extensive travel is seeking an exceptional, career ROTA Governess to support the care and education of their toddler. This is a high-touch, education-focused role best suited for a seasoned professional who brings structure, consistency, and warmth to daily care. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education, homeschooling, or a related field, with experience in or deep familiarity with the Montessori and/or RIE philosophies. The family is seeking someone who is sophisticated, disciplined, and highly structured, yet genuinely kind, calm, and emotionally intelligent. Multilingual abilities are a plus. Responsibilities include providing comprehensive daily care and educational support; planning and implementing age-appropriate curriculum and enriching activities; researching and coordinating classes and developmental opportunities; and monitoring and tracking developmental milestones. The Governess will collaborate closely with the parents and other members of the childcare team, travel extensively both domestically and internationally, and manage child-related household responsibilities such as laundry and wardrobe management, preparing the child for travel (i.e., packing), organizing child spaces, maintaining supplies, and preparing simple, healthy meals for the child. The successful candidate will approach each day with a teacher’s mindset, intentionally creating learning opportunities that support the child’s cognitive, emotional, and social development.
A “kind but firm” caregiving style is essential, utilizing positive discipline, clear boundaries, and a warm, nurturing presence. Applicants must have significant experience caring for children of a similar age and supporting them through key developmental and educational transitions. Candidates must have a minimum of 10 years of professional childcare experience, be a strong swimmer, a confident driver, and hold a valid passport with full travel flexibility.
All standard CDC-recommended vaccinations must be up to date (COVID vaccination optional). Comfort working within a fully staffed, fast-paced household—taking direction while also operating independently—is essential. The candidate must also be comfortable working in a home with pets. This position follows a two-weeks-on, two-weeks-off ROTA schedule. The role is live-in while on rotation, with fly-in/fly-out arrangements when off rotation. While on duty, the Governess should expect full days that may begin early in the morning and extend into the evening, depending on the family’s schedule. Compensation is expected to begin at approximately 160K annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications. Full benefits are offered.
