• Full Time
  • Live out
  • Permanent
  • Charleston, SC
  • Reference: Travel Governess Charleston
  • Status agency
  • Area: us jobs
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HNW family in downtown Charleston, SC, is seeking an experienced and hands-on Governess to provide educational support, structure, and mentorship to their growing family. This role focuses on the care and development of the children while also offering some logistical and organizational support for the household. Travel to their second home in Austin, TX, and a property in Nantucket is required, with potential oversight of additional properties in the future.

The family is professionally active, with Mr. managing a billion-dollar hedge fund and Mrs. expecting their eighth child. Their bustling household is supported by two full-time nannies, a laundress, grounds staff, and a wardrobe management service that coordinates clothing across properties. The Governess will work closely with the children, nannies, and parents to ensure the children’s educational and personal growth while contributing to the smooth operation of the household.

Key Responsibilities

Child-Focused Duties:

Provide mentorship and structure to the children, fostering independence and confidence.
Assist with homework, tutoring, and age-appropriate educational activities.
Coordinate with teachers, schools, and extracurricular programs to support academic and developmental goals.
Plan engaging activities and outings that promote cultural, social, and intellectual enrichment.
Maintain and organize travel logistics for the children, including passports, vaccination records, and itineraries.
Provide guidance and support to the nannies to ensure a cohesive team approach to childcare.

Organizational and Household Support:

Manage the children’s schedules, ensuring alignment with school, activities, and family commitments.
Assist with packing, unpacking, and organizing children’s belongings during travel.
Work collaboratively with the household staff to maintain a smooth and efficient household.
Manage and schedule the other support nannies, hiring additional part-time weekend nannies as needed.

Travel Support:

Accompany the family to Austin, Nantucket, and other destinations as needed, providing childcare and educational support during trips. Again, coordination support nannies as needed.
Ideal Candidate Attributes

A nurturing, professional educator or governess with a passion for child development and education.
High energy, adaptable, and skilled at managing the needs of children in a busy household.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with an eye for detail.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with parents and household staff.
Thick-skinned, charming, and able to integrate seamlessly into a polite and respectful Southern team.
Flexible, dependable, and proactive, with a strong problem-solving mindset.
Ensure the children are safe and their routines are calendared and managed.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: $130,000–$150,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
Housing: On-site housing or off-site housing stipend offered.
Relocation Assistance: Provided.
Benefits: Two weeks of vacation, one week of sick leave, and additional perks.
Schedule: Monday through Friday, with some weekend coverage. (The family are putting together weekend coverage, some weekends may be required initially)

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