| Location | San Francisco, California |
We are a multicultural family based in the Bay Area seeking a smart and energetic governess / early childhood educator to join us long-term as we explore the world with our three young children who are under 4.
Our family travels domestically every month and internationally a few times a year, so were looking for a savvy and adaptive teacher who thrives on curiosity and exploration, lifelong learning, and designing real-world education in a variety of new cultures, contexts, and environments.
A professional with Montessori certification and both institutional and homeschooling experience would be most aligned with our familys values and pedagogical approach, but were open to a variety of early childhood education backgrounds. Fluency in English is required, but bilingual fluency in Mandarin or Spanish is highly preferred.
The position is live-in during our extended domestic and international trips which can range from a week to a few months. When we are based in the Bay Area, both live-in and live-out arrangements can be considered.
Design and implement effective, age-appropriate curricula for children ranging from newborns to elementary age.
Adapt education to real-world contexts based on the location, culture,
Provide attentive, loving care that supports independence, emotional development, secure attachment, and lifelong habits.
Coordinate with parents and other caregivers to ensure smooth communication and consistency of care.
Handle all childrens logistics such as their school and activity schedules, play dates, meals and nutrition, laundry, toy and inventory management,
Manage family-assistant tasks such as activity scheduling, shopping, meal planning, event planning, and travel logistics.
5+ years of professional experience caring for newborns through early elementary ages.
Prior live-in and travel experience with a private household.
US citizen or permanent resident (eligible for W-2 employment).
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Proven ability to create age-appropriate educational plans and activities.
Strong references from at least 3 prior employers.
Valid drivers license and safe driving record.
Physically fit, organized, and tech-savvy.
Comfortable with small dogs and household duties.
Native Mandarin or Spanish speaker, fluent in English.
CPR-certified and trained in pediatric emergency response..
Experience caring for multiple young children (< 4 years old) simultaneously.
Degree or certification in Early Childhood Education, Montessori, Reggio-Emilia, or related pedagogical study.
Institutional experience in a preschool, elementary school or formal education setting.
Familiarity with Positive Discipline (Jane Nelsen) or Conscious Discipline (Becky Bailey) approaches.
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
Paid vacation and sick leave.
Long-term stability within a warm, collaborative family environment.