A private educator is a teaching professional who provides a customized, in-home education for your children. Whether you're homeschooling full-time, supplementing traditional school, or need a flexible educational setup that travels with your family, a private educator builds a learning experience around your child, not the other way around.

A tutor typically supports a child in specific subjects or fills gaps in a traditional school curriculum. A private educator takes on a broader role, often serving as the primary teacher and designing a full educational plan tailored to your child's learning style, interests, and goals. It's the difference between supplemental support and a complete, customized education.

A nanny's focus is on the care and well-being of the children. A private educator's focus is on their academic growth and development. Some families hire both, and some look for a nanny with a strong educational background who can help fill in some gaps and bring education to the home. We can help you figure out the right fit.

Our private educators come from a wide range of backgrounds, including credentialed teachers, experienced homeschool educators, and tutors. Many are well-versed in a variety of educational philosophies and approaches, including Montessori, Waldorf, Classical, and Unschooling, and are skilled at customizing their approach or following a plan you've already put in place.

Absolutely, and travel is actually one of the biggest draws of this role. Private educators are well-suited to extended travel and can accompany your family wherever you go, keeping your children's education on track no matter where in the world you are. Many will research your travel destinations in advance and build a customized educational itinerary around each location, turning every trip into a hands-on learning experience.

Private educators are a great option for families who travel frequently, work on location or on tour, split time between residences, or simply prefer a more personalized approach to education than a traditional school environment offers. If your family's lifestyle doesn't fit neatly into a standard school calendar, a private educator can flex to meet you where you are.

Our candidates are experienced in a wide range of approaches, including Montessori, Waldorf, Classical, and Unschooling, among others. If you already have a curriculum or educational philosophy in mind, we'll find someone who aligns with it. If you're still figuring it out, many of our educators are happy to help guide that process.

Rates for private educators typically range from $45 to $100 per hour, depending on the educator's experience and credentials, the number of children, the grade levels involved, the scope of duties, and whether travel is part of the role. Our placement counselors will work with you to develop a compensation package that fits your family's needs.

Every candidate in our pool goes through our rigorous 10-Point NannyScreen, and less than 4% of applicants make it through. We require thoroughly verified references and a strong professional background. For private educator roles specifically, we look for candidates with formal teaching credentials, relevant educational experience, and the ability to create and follow a thoughtful, age-appropriate curriculum.

Most families are reviewing candidates within a week or two of submitting their family application. We encourage families to begin their search at least 6 weeks before their ideal start date. The more detail you can give us about your children's ages, learning styles, educational goals, and schedule, the faster we can find the right match.