GOVERNESS / PRIVATE EDUCATOR – SOUTHEASTERN UNITED STATES

A private family is seeking an experienced, warm, and highly organized Governess / Private Educator to provide academic guidance, educational support, and day-to-day structure for school-aged children.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity for an education-focused professional who enjoys helping young people develop strong study habits, confidence, independence, and a genuine interest in learning.

The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background and experience working with school-aged children, either in a classroom or private household setting. This is more than a traditional tutoring position and requires someone who can take ownership of academic oversight while also supporting broader developmental and extracurricular needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support across subjects and help students stay on track with schoolwork, assignments, projects, and exams

• Monitor academic progress and encourage strong organizational and time-management skills

• Communicate with teachers, tutors, and school administrators as needed

• Support school-related planning, deadlines, and educational goals

• Encourage independent learning, reading, and intellectual curiosity

• Coordinate extracurricular activities and educational enrichment opportunities

• Help maintain a healthy balance between academics, activities, and personal development

• Provide parents with thoughtful updates regarding academic progress and areas requiring attention

• Work collaboratively with the family and other household professionals

• Maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education required; Master's degree preferred

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in teaching, tutoring, private education, or a Governess/Governor role

• Strong academic background with experience supporting school-aged children

• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills

• Ability to provide structure, accountability, and encouragement while maintaining a warm and supportive approach

• Comfortable communicating with schools, teachers, and other educational professionals

• Experience working in a private household preferred

• Professional, dependable, adaptable, and highly discreet

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record

• Current CPR and First Aid certification

• Authorization to work in the United States

• Excellent professional references and ability to successfully complete a background check

Location: Southeastern United States. This is an in-person position. Relocation candidates will be considered.

Schedule: Full-time, with flexibility based on the family's needs.

Compensation & Benefits: Competitive compensation, DOE, plus comprehensive benefits.