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Traveling Nanny (Spanish/English-speaking)
On-site in Barcelona·Added over a year ago
This job was published a year ago
Overview
Requirements
Have the right to work in Spain
Elesta doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Speak fluent Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Barcelona
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 3+ years of experience
Mid-level role.
University degree
“Bachelor's degree or higher in Education or a relevant subject area ; advanced degrees or teaching certifications are a plus.” — per the ad.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- Stable, long-term employment with a young and progressive family that values loyalty, professionalism, and mutual respect.
- Opportunity to travel internationally, experiencing diverse cultures and environments.
- All travel expenses covered when accompanying the family, including flights, accommodation, and meals.
- A supportive working environment, with collaborative teamwork alongside a second nanny/governess and household staff.
- Driver and transportation provided when needed.
- A safe, respectful, and well-organized household with clear communication and expectations.
- Professional growth and development in a high-standard environment.
The role
Private Family is looking for a live-in fluent English/Spanish-speaking Nanny/Governess to take care of 3 children (age 5-10 y.o).
Nanny/Governess will conduct a unified curriculum for the children (home schooling), with full support from online teachers for the main subjects and take on nanny duties, supporting the overall care of the children when not engaged in educational activities.
This is a rotational traveling position based across Europe, Latin America, and the UAE.
Rota is 6-7 weeks (2 nannies for 3 kids per shift, 24/7 work), then a fully-paid rest for 6-7 weeks, and so on.
What you'll do
Responsibilities:
- Conduct a unified curriculum for the children, with additional support from online teachers for the main subjects.
- Engage the younger child in developmental tasks during the older children are on online classes.
- Assist the older child with homework and clarify challenging material after the main lessons.
- Create and maintain a special learning space, ensuring proper posture and writing techniques, providing physical guidance as necessary.
- Take on nanny duties, supporting the overall care of the children when not engaged in educational activities.
- Collaborate with the second nanny/governess in your shift to follow a unified educational program for all children, ensuring consistency and teamwork.
- Assist in the preparation and organization of educational materials in advance.
- Teamwork and effective communication are essential to ensure the best outcomes for the children's development and education.
- Accompany the family on travel, ensuring continuity of the children's education and providing support during trips and vacations.
- Maintain a high level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality when dealing with the family's personal matters.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Education or a relevant subject area; advanced degrees or teaching certifications are a plus.
- Relevant experience working as nanny and governess/tutor not less than 3 years.
- Ability and flexibility to travel.
- Valid travel documentation permitting international business travel, including to European countries.
- Driving licence (a plus).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport and trust with both children and parents.
- Adaptability, flexibility, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Cultural sensitivity and an understanding of the family's values and traditions.
- First Aid and CPR certification, or a willingness to obtain these certifications.
- Willingness to undergo a thorough background check.
- Fluent Spanish
- Fluent English
About Elesta
Elesta is a family office that provides comprehensive personal and household management services for ultra-high-net-worth families. The company handles a wide range of tasks including property management, travel coordination, event planning, and personal assistance, ensuring that the families they serve can focus on their professional and personal lives without administrative burdens. Elesta operates with a boutique, high-touch service model, tailoring its support to the specific needs of each client family.
In Spain, Elesta is based in Barcelona and serves an international clientele, which makes the working environment particularly relevant for multilingual professionals. The company's roles, such as Traveling Nanny, Traveling Tutor, and Traveling Butler, require fluency in both Spanish and English, and involve significant international travel, making it an attractive option for globally-minded candidates. The work culture emphasizes discretion, adaptability, and a high degree of personal responsibility.
- Employees
- 25
- Headquarters
- Barcelona, Spain
- In Spain
- Barcelona
- Website
- linkedin.com
Good to know if you are moving
- All open roles require bilingual fluency in Spanish and English, making it accessible for international candidates.
- The Traveling Nanny and Traveling Butler roles involve significant international travel, often accompanying families on trips.
- The company serves ultra-high-net-worth families, offering a premium, discreet service environment.
- Based in Barcelona, the company offers a lifestyle-oriented work model with flexible, seasonal schedules.
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