About the Role
This is a long-term opportunity for an exceptional Mandarin–English–speaking Governess/Nanny to join a highly intentional household. The family approaches parenting and education through stewardship and learning by example, encouraging children to participate in daily life and develop independence. The role supports a language-rich, experience-driven home environment and is well suited for a professional who values consistency, discretion, and long-term alignment.
Responsibilities
- Full-time care for three young children
- Model stewardship, responsibility, and respect in daily interactions
- Facilitate hands-on, age-appropriate learning and exploration
- Engage children in natural, immersive Mandarin learning through daily life
- Support speech development, social skills, and consistent routines
- Collaborate closely with parents and other caregivers in a team-based household
- Travel with the family and maintain continuity of care
- Light, child-related household tasks
- Comfortable working in a home with dogs
Requirements
- Native Mandarin speaker strongly preferred
- Exceptional Cantonese speakers with minimal Mandarin accent considered
- Fluent English
- 5+ years of professional experience with children from infancy through early childhood
- Alignment with experiential, values-based learning
- Physically active and comfortable in an urban environment
- Valid U.S. driver’s license with a safe driving record
- Organized, communicative, and tech-comfortable
- Strong references from at least three prior employers
- Strong preference for U.S. citizens (exceptional Green Card holders considered)
Skills
- Mandarin
- English
- Cantonese
Location
- San Francisco, CA
Work Type
- Full-time
- Live-in
- Live-out
- W-2 position
Experience Level
- 5+ years of professional experience with children from infancy through early childhood
Education Level
- Background in Early Childhood Education or related fields (Preferred)
Salary/Compensations
- Approximately $150,000/year
About the Company
- The family approaches parenting and education through stewardship and learning by example.
- Children are encouraged to participate in daily life, engage in real tasks, and develop independence through observation, problem-solving, and meaningful interaction.
- Learning is integrated into lived experience rather than confined to formal instruction.
- The family is seeking a caregiver who naturally models responsibility, curiosity, and calm leadership, and who understands that children learn as much from behavior as from guidance.
