What is a governess and how to become one

Key steps to become a governess

1. Explore governess education requirements

   Most common governess degrees

   Bachelor's

   50.9 %

   Master's

   14.0 %

   Associate

   14.0 %

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2. Start to develop specific governess skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Meal Preparation	43.66%
   Administer Medications	20.13%
   Child Care	18.18%
   Mathematics	18.03%

3. Complete relevant governess training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New governesses learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a governess based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real governess resumes.

4. Research governess duties and responsibilities

   • Construct a relationship with family and kids and also include appropriate discipline actions.
   • Work closely with parents to counsel and motivate child with ADHD.

5. Apply for governess jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a governess job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams