Governess jobs in Berlin typically pay €21–€38 an hour (about €3,650–€6,550 a month full time). Live-in positions are common, with a usual schedule of full-time, often travelling with the family. Employers ask for teaching degree or qualification and an identity check. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in Berlin.
- Typical pay
- €21–€38
- per hour
- Full-time monthly
- €3,650–€6,550
- about 40 hours a week
- Live-in
- Common
- accommodation provided
- Schedule
- Full-time
- often travelling with the family
- Open now
- 0
- register to be matched
Open governess positions in Berlin
No open position is listed for Berlin today. New governess jobs are added as families hire. Register once and we will match you to the next opening near you.
Register as a GovernessAbout governess jobs in Berlin
Working as a governess in Berlin means joining a private household. The governess combines childcare with structured education, often supporting a family that travels or home-schools, and families across Berlin-Brandenburg Capital Region hire for this role all year round.
Berlin is known for startups, software, media, and public institutions, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as SAP Berlin, Zalando, Delivery Hero, Siemens, and Charite hospital. Berlin attracts more startup venture capital than any other German city, and much of its tech sector works in English.
Main duties
- Teach and supervise lessons at home
- Support homework and exam preparation
- Develop languages, reading and study skills
- Plan cultural and educational outings
- Report progress to parents
Governess pay in Berlin
Household incomes in Berlin are shaped by an average local salary of around €58,000, which is why governess pay here sits close to the Germany average. Pay rises with experience, references, live-in flexibility and extra duties such as driving or cooking.
Indicative ranges for 2026 based on local salary levels and published household pay; individual offers vary.
A day as a governess
- 7:30Breakfast & school run
- 9:30Play & learning
- 12:00Lunch & nap
- 15:00Pick-up & homework
- 18:00Dinner, bath & handover
Why work in Berlin?
The local job market is growing at 4.5% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to Berlin.
Berlin is often described as “Germany's English-Speaking Startup Capital”, and its households expect a professional standard of service.
Requirements
What families ask for
- Teaching degree or qualification
- Experience with private families
- Background check
- Additional languages are a plus
Working in Germany
- Right to work in Germany: Workers from outside the EU need a residence title that allows employment; EU citizens can work freely.
- Checks: employers usually ask for an identity check, references and, for work with children, an extended certificate of good conduct (erweitertes Führungszeugnis).
- Minimum pay: wages must meet the statutory minimum wage (Mindestlohn).
- Contract: A written contract (Arbeitsvertrag) or written record of the essential working conditions is required.
Live-in or live-out?
Live-in governess roles in Berlin normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package. Live-out roles pay the full hourly rate, and families often add travel costs for early starts.
How to get hired
- Register
Create your profile with your governess experience, availability and references.
- Verification
Complete Germany right-to-work and background checks.
- Interview & trial
Meet the family and work a short, paid trial day.
- Contract & start
Agree pay, hours and leave in writing before you start.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a governess earn in Berlin?
Governess jobs in Berlin typically pay €21–€38 an hour (about €3,650–€6,550 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.
Are there live-in governess jobs in Berlin?
Live-in positions are common. Live-in governess roles in Berlin normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package.
What do I need to work as a governess in Germany?
Employers ask for teaching degree or qualification, experience with private families and an identity check. You must also have the right to work in Germany.
What does a governess do day to day?
A governess combines childcare with structured education, often supporting a family that travels or home-schools. Typical duties include teach and supervise lessons at home, support homework and exam preparation, develop languages, reading and study skills.
How do I apply for governess jobs in Berlin on AvailJob?
Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in Berlin hires for this role, you are matched and contacted.
What hours does a governess work?
A typical schedule is full-time, often travelling with the family. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.