Preschool Homeschool Teacher

Overview

We are seeking a grounded, emotionally intelligent early childhood homeschool educator to support our 3-year-old twins in a calm, attachment-informed home environment. We might have a learning pod option as well, which would pay you more per hour.

This role is for someone who believes the best learning for toddlers happens through secure attachment, co-regulation, embodied play, rhythm, and meaningful activity. Parents will be home with toddlers and are extremely serious about gentle communication.

*****Two Position Options Available*****

Candidates may apply for Option A (Part-Time Educator) or Option B (Full-Time Educator + House Manager).

OPTION A: Part-Time Early Childhood Educator (Education-Only Role)

Schedule:

2 hours per day
5 days per week
Approximately 10 hours/week


Role Focus:
Educational engagement only (no nannying or household management)
Option to expand into a small learning pod with 1–2 additional children ages 3–4


Responsibilities:
Facilitate Montessori and/or Waldorf-inspired activities **using workbooks we provide**
Curate your own weekly learning rhythms and activities
Support executive functioning through play and structure
Foster independence while remaining a secure emotional base
Model co-regulation during moments of frustration or big feelings
Support social-emotional development through storytelling, movement, rhythm, and routine
Maintain a calm, respectful, screen-free learning environment


Ideal For:
Early childhood educators
Montessori or Waldorf teachers
Retired teachers or educators seeking part-time, meaningful work
Educators interested in leading a small learning pod

Compensation
Competitive $35 to $50 per hour dependent on pod or if you would like to host a pod of a few children, based on experience
Opportunity to grow into expanded hours, pod leadership and maintain job until end of 2029 or 2030.



OPTION B: Full-Time Educator + Nanny + Light House Manager

Schedule
Approximately 45 hours/week

Weekly Breakdown
~10 hours educational engagement (2 hours/day)
~25 hours nanny engagement (5 hours/day): outdoor play, nature exploration, creative play, no screens
~10 hours simple meal prep and family support - ***we give you the recipes and ingredients and you throw them in the pressure cooker*** - simple! (1 hour/day)
~ 5 hours per week or 1 hour per day, you will prepare for the next class and clean up common areas where kids made a mess


About the Full-Time Role
This position blends developmental education, emotionally attuned caregiving, and simple, nourishing food preparation within a predictable family rhythm.We provide Montessori and Waldorf activity workbooks. You will curate weekly activities and prepare the environment accordingly.

Proven experience as an early childhood educator, homeschooler, house manager, or similar role
Working knowledge of attachment-informed caregiving
Understanding of executive functioning in early childhood
CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
**Parents work from home, therefore it must be a personality that is comfortable working in a private home with parents present and collaborating ongoingly
Emotionally mature, grounded, and reliable
Background check required


Ideal Candidate
Understand gentle parenting and “connection before correction”
Are calm, patient, and consistent
Do not raise your voice and do not use screen time
Enjoy structure and creativity
Set gentle boundaries without punishment or shame
Are seeking a long-term, values-aligned role


Compensation & Benefits (Full-Time Option)
$28,000–$70,000/year, depending on experience and role chosen
Paid in cash on 1099
Time off for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s
Respectful, collaborative working relationship
Stable, nurturing home environment


How to Apply
Please reply with:
Your resume
A short note indicating Option A or Option B
Relevant experience with early childhood education and caregiving


Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Work Location: In person