Educational Governess - Tampa, Fl

Position: EDUCATIONAL GOVERNESS - TAMPA, FL
Job Description
Educational Governess
- Tampa, Florida

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Start Date:

March 2026
Position Type: Permanent, long-term
Salary: $125,000-$150,000 annually, commensurate with experience
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
Relocation Stipend: Provided for the selected candidate
Language Requirement:
Fluent in Spanish and English required. Spanish must be truly fluent
, not conversational.

Note:
Candidates must be able to work with two cats in the home.

Overview

A professional, fully staffed private family in Tampa, Florida is seeking a highly qualified Educational Nanny / Governess to guide the academic, behavioral, and developmental growth of three elementary school-age children
.

This is a permanent, long-term leadership role designed for a seasoned professional who blends the nurturing presence of an exceptional nanny with the structure, academic focus, and behavioral insight of a governess. The Educational Nanny / Governess will collaborate closely with parents and household staff to ensure a seamless, well-organized environment where the children consistently thrive.

Core Responsibilities

Educational & Developmental Leadership

• Oversee academic progress, homework completion, tutoring coordination, and school communication
• Reinforce productive routines, strong study habits, and positive behavior
• Support intellectual curiosity, independence, and effective time management
• Provide daily Spanish language immersion through fully fluent communication and instruction

Household & Team Collaboration

• Serve as the primary educational childcare professional within a fully staffed household
• Manage schedules, school calendars, extracurricular activities, and child-related logistics
• Coordinate transportation to lessons, sports, and activities as appropriate
• Partner collaboratively with parents and household team members to maintain consistency and structure

Child-Focused Care

• Provide attentive developmental guidance and mentorship for school-age children
• Model emotional regulation, respectful communication, and positive behavior
• Travel with the family during summers, school breaks, and periodic stays at a secondary residence in Costa Rica
  , along with other destinations

Behavioral & Therapeutic Awareness

• Implement thoughtful, consistent behavior-management strategies
• RBT or similar behavioral therapy experience strongly preferred

Expected Schedule

The anticipated schedule is Monday through Saturday
, with periodic weekend support and travel-related flexibility as needed. (Saturdays will be minimal but must have the flexibility/on-call as needed)

Because this is a dynamic, long-term private household role, the schedule may evolve over time in partnership with the selected candidate and the family's needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (Education, Child Development, or related field preferred)
• Significant experience as a Governess, Educational Nanny, or comparable high-level role
• True fluency in Spanish and English is mandatory
• Demonstrated professionalism within staffed or high-expectation household environments
• Strong academic support, organizational, and behavioral-guidance skills
• Comfortable with frequent travel and a flexible, evolving schedule
• Polished, discreet, and professional presence suited to a private home