A governess focuses on education and mentoring, teaching academic subjects and life skills, while a nanny handles daily childcare tasks like feeding, bathing, and routines. Families hire a governess to prioritize personalized education and development.
Hire a private Governess
International private governess staffing services for your household needs
For over 11 years , Morgan & Mallet has been the trusted name in private governess recruitment, catering to the refined needs of households worldwide and in major cities such as New York, Los Angeles, London, Dubai, Paris, Valbonne near Monaco and Rolle in Switzerland.
Why does your household need a private governess?
Hiring a private governess is the ideal solution for families who want to provide their children with unparalleled, personalized education and care. A governess offers focused attention tailored to your household’s unique needs, ensuring your child thrives academically, socially, and culturally. Whether you have a demanding lifestyle, frequently travel, or wish to enhance your child’s education with one-on-one mentoring, a governess can seamlessly integrate into your family’s routine to provide exceptional support.
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What types of private governess placement services does Morgan & Mallet offer?
Permanent search
- Permanent recruitment ensures stability and long-term employment.
- We focus on finding a governess who aligns with the family’s values and culture.
- We use detailed screening methods to ensure the candidate is the right fit.
Temporary search
- Can be hired quickly to meet short-term needs.
- Reduce long-term staffing costs while meeting immediate needs.
- Allowing you to adjust household staffing levels based on workload.
Payroll services
- All legal, payroll and tax compliance will be managed by us (USA, UK and France).
- We reduce internal HR and finance costs for you.
- Streamlined processes, improved accuracy, and faster handling of salaries, benefits, and deductions.
Responsibilities and qualifications to consider in your household private governess
When hiring a private governess, it’s essential to evaluate their responsibilities and qualifications to ensure they meet your family’s specific needs. Here’s what we prioritize:
- Personalized Teaching: Tailored lesson plans for academic progress.
- Social Development: Teaching etiquette, manners, and interpersonal skills.
- Cultural Enrichment: Introducing languages, arts, and global cultures.
- Seamless Support: Ensuring education continuity during travel or busy schedules.
- Extracurricular Guidance: Encouraging hobbies, talents, and physical activities.
Key qualifications for your private governess
- Experience: Proven background in private education or child development.
- Education: Formal training in teaching or child psychology.
- Discretion: Professional and respectful of family privacy.
- Adaptability: Flexible to your child’s needs and family lifestyle.
- Emotional Intelligence: Patient, nurturing, and supportive.
By prioritizing these responsibilities and qualifications, we can find a private governess who will expertly support your children’s education and development, ensuring they thrive academically, socially, and emotionally in every environment.
Why choose Morgan & Mallet to recruit a private governess ?
Extensive Network
We have a vast database of highly trained household private governess and household staff from around the world.
Rigorous Screening
Our recruitment process includes thorough interviews, reference checks, and background assessments.
Global Reach
We operate in major cities, giving you access to top-tier candidates in your area or abroad.
Tailored Recruitment
Our services are personalized to align with each client’s preferences and household requirements.
How Morgan & Mallet finds the perfect private governess for You ?
We understand that finding the right private governess is more than just matching skills to responsibilities. Our recruitment process is designed to assess each candidate’s personality, professionalism, and compatibility with the household’s unique needs.
Understanding your needs:
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will discuss your specific requirements. We’ll assess what you’re looking for in terms of experience, skills, and personal attributes.
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Selecting qualified candidates: Using our network and database of trained professionals, we locate butlers who meet your requirements.
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The interview process: Once we’ve shortlisted candidates, we organize interviews to ensure a seamless match between candidate and client.
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Background and reference checks: We conduct comprehensive background checks and verify references to guarantee our candidates' professionalism and integrity.
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Introducing the top candidate to the client:
This step gives you an opportunity to personally evaluate each candidate, ask questions, and gauge compatibility.
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Follow-up for client and candidate satisfaction: Our support doesn’t end once a private governess is hired. Morgan & Mallet follows up with both the client and the governess after placement to confirm that expectations are being met and that both parties are satisfied.
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How much will it cost to hire a private governess?
While salaries can vary based on experience, location, and responsibilities, here are some typical salary ranges for private governess in different cities:
Hiring a private governess comes with costs that depend on location and experience. In New York and Los Angeles, annual salaries range from $80,000 to $150,000, while in Miami and Palm Beach, they fall between $75,000 and $130,000. In London, governesses earn £50,000 to £100,000, and in Paris or Monaco, salaries range from €60,000 to €120,000. In Dubai, the range is AED 300,000 to AED 500,000, and in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, SAR 250,000 to SAR 450,000.
With over 11 years of experience in household staffing, Morgan & Mallet specializes in sourcing highly qualified private governesses who provide tailored education and care, ensuring children thrive academically and socially in every environment.
Frequently asked questions about hiring a private governess
What is a personal governess?
A personal governess is a professional educator who works privately for a family, providing personalized academic support, mentoring, and life skills development for children in a home setting.
How much does it cost to hire a private governess?
The cost varies by location and experience, with salaries ranging from $80,000 to $150,000 annually in New York or Los Angeles, £50,000 to £100,000 in London, and AED 300,000 to AED 500,000 in Dubai.
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Why hire a private governess through Morgan & Mallet?
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With a team of recruiters holding a combined 200+ years of experience in recruiting household staff for high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) households, Morgan & Mallet brings unparalleled expertise to private governess recruitment.
Our recruiters are deeply familiar with the unique demands of prestigious residences and discerning clients worldwide. Our services extend internationally and are offered in multiple languages, including English, French, Arabic, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Ukrainian, Portuguese and Tagalog.
