Heritage Nanny believes that every family deserves an amazing household personnel.

Governesses Nannies/Caregivers

A governess is defined as a person (usually a woman) who is employed to educate, care for and supervise a child or children in a private household setting. Most governesses will come from a teaching background, coupled with childcare experience. In addition, they will usually be able to offer other spet skills as required by the employer. For example, they may be qualified to teach swimming, a language or a musical instrument.

The governess will have full responsibility for overseeing both the formal and informal education of the children in her care (usually aged three-16). As well as teaching all aspects of the curriculum, the governess will also help with the social and cultural development of the child, encourage self-awareness and creativity.

Duties

  • Governesses work to teach/educated children.
  • Teaching the curriculum in appropriate subjects such as English, maths, science, history and geography.
  • Foster the child’s educational, social, and creative development.
  • Organise outside activities such as educational outings; museums, art galleries, theatre visits and sporting activities.
  • Teach spet activities such as musical instruments, a language or sport.
  • Liaise with the parents, other tutors, and the nanny regarding objectives, progress and development.
  • Teach manners and etiquette to help develop social skills.

Schedules

Full-time governess generally work between 38 to 44 hours per week. Schedules vary greatly depending on the family, their individual needs, and the level of travel and flexibility required. Some governess work a traditional schedule of Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Our team of placement counselors will work with you to determine the schedule that would best suit your needs.

Rates

Our placement counselors will work closely with you to develop a competitive compensation package based upon your family’s needs. Rates for full-time or part-time governess very greatly depending on the governess experience, the position duties, preferred schedule, and the level of travel and flexibility required in the role. In addition to their wages most full-time governess receive the following benefits: 2-3 weeks paid vacation, paid holidays/sick days and more.

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What Our Families Are Saying

  • In our search for a nanny for our three children we chose to use the Heritage Nanny Agency.  The placement coordinator walked us step by step through the process and answered all of our questions right away.  She made the process very simple and easy for us to obtain a live-in-caregiver for our family. We were given many different resumes to look through based on our needs/wants and we were set up with phone interviews followed by skype interviews with our top choices.  It was so much easier to make our decision when we were able to see and talk to the candidates in person.  Following our decision Heritage Nanny did everything from helping us obtain a business number, doing up a contract for our nanny, helping us complete our LMIA including advertising for us on the job bank, and also walked our nanny through the process to obtain her work permit. Our caregiver safely arrived to our home at the end of January 2015 and is working out better than we could have ever imagined.  She fits in so well with our family and has already established a strong bond with our children.  I go back to work on Monday March 2, 2015 and our baby turns 3 months old on February 28, 2015.  Knowing that my baby and other two children are going to be safe and well cared when I go back to work is such a great feeling. I have already recommended Heritage Nanny to several friends and am so glad things have worked out so great for my family.

    Happy Nanny Jennine @ Whitecourt
  • We used Heritage Nanny services to find us a Nanny in Calgary. Heritage Nanny was prompt to start the process when we completed registration. Registration and fees payments are easy - any possible method is used. We were send couple of resumes and interviews were scheduled quickly. We interviewed both and were able to select one. Heritage Nanny helped us to complete LMIA and follow on process for permit transfer. Heritage Nanny has transparent services with no hidden charges. Service is prompt - we were supported and our calls were accepted on weekends too. I will recommend ( and have recommended) Heritage Nanny to anyone looking for a Nanny.

    Happy Families Inderpal @ Calgary
  • Heritage Nanny was an incredible resource for us during our convention in Edmonton, AB. From the moment we contacted them everything was handled with care and attention. They were able to provide us with fantastic on-site childcare including: Nannies, toys, crafts, snacks and sleeping mats. Their nannies were qualified and energetic, the kids had a blast. They were incredibly organized and professional, which made providing childcare for our delegates a breeze. We would highly recommend using Heritage Nanny for any event

    Niall Richardson DDC, Canada's New Democrats (NDP)
  • I am very happy with the services provided by Jane at Heritage Nanny. She helped with our many questions in hiring a live in nanny. We have a fantastic nanny now and can't imagine our life with out a live in nanny.  Thank you Jane and Heritage Nanny! Thanks!!!!!!!!

    Victoria @ Cochrane
  • Our Nanny is really nice. Very hardworking and honest. Kids love her . I am lucky to have her. Thank you again for helping me out with such short notice and for hooking us up with Debbi Thanks.

    Satarupa @ Calgary
  • Things with my nanny are really good.  She was an amazing find.​Thanks for being such a reliable service.​ Thank you.

    Geoff @ Calgary

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