Miss Clearwater,

I may be advanced in years, but my capacity for memory has only improved as I have had more to recall—I of course remember not only your sisters, but you as well! I hope that the years have been, if not kind, then at least tolerable to you.

As to the matter of your inquiry: House Matrons are akin to mothers to all students who reside within their dormitories. They must set an excellent example of behaviour, dole out discipline, demonstrate compassion, and educate as needed. Some of our poorer students, for example, may come to Hogwarts unable to read and write, which must be remedied, and there are myriad feminine questions which the likes of myself are ill-equipped to answer. Experience is not considered so much as moral character—though of course, experience as a governess or lady's companion does help to bolster the resume.

If you believe that you have the qualifications necessary, and can procure at least two letters of reference speaking to your character, I should indeed be delighted to meet with you in person.

Warm regards,