After-School Nanny & House Manager

Sage Haus•Los Altos, CA

1d•$42 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The After-School Nanny & House Manager supports a close-knit family of four in Los Altos, California. The role combines after-school childcare for children ages 6 and 4 with household organization, maintenance, laundry, errands, vehicle upkeep, and occasional administrative support. The family values a calm, organized home, discretion, dependability, initiative, and a respectful, professional presence. One parent works from home, and the position requires working independently while respecting the family’s routines and privacy. The household sometimes hosts extended family and grandparents for longer visits, so adaptability is important. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 1:00–6:00 PM PT, with 25 hours per week guaranteed. Daily school pickup is at 2:45 PM, with an adjusted 1:00 PM pickup on Thursdays. Compensation is $42–$50 per hour based on experience. The hiring process is scheduled for November 9 through December 1, with a January 2027 start. A background check is required.

Requirements

Proven childcare experience working with young children, specifically children around 4 and 6 years old.
Confident driver with reliable personal transportation and a clean driving record.
Live within a commute of no longer than 30 minutes from ZIP code 94024.
Maintain a smoke-free and substance-free environment.
Be authorized to work in the United States.
Demonstrate reliability, integrity, discretion, sound judgment, and respect for professional boundaries.
Be warm, engaging, creative, and confident with children.
Be proactive and observant, able to anticipate needs and take initiative independently.
Be adaptable and flexible when priorities change.
Be receptive to feedback and comfortable with open, constructive communication.
Have strong follow-through, a solution-oriented mindset, and the ability to respect and adapt to family preferences and established systems.
Provide a short introduction letter, an updated resume, and three professional references with contact information.
Complete a background check.

Nice To Haves

Fragrance-free preference.
Comfort with domestic and international travel.

Responsibilities

Pick up the children from school daily at 2:45 PM, with an adjusted 1:00 PM pickup on Thursdays.
Provide attentive after-school care and engage the children in age-appropriate, meaningful, creative, screen-free activities and play.
Prepare and serve nutritious after-school snacks.
Coordinate child-related errands and logistical needs.
Create and maintain household organization systems.
Perform daily household resets, including tidying dishes, wiping surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas.
Handle seasonal swaps of clothing, décor, and bedding.
Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs.
Assist with event, holiday, and guest preparation.
Pack and unpack for travel.
Care for indoor plants and perform small household tasks such as changing batteries and light bulbs and checking smoke detectors.
Wash, fold, iron, and organize family and children's laundry.
Coordinate dry-cleaning drop-off and pickup and keep laundry areas tidy and stocked.
Restock the pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies; maintain household supply lists.
Manage household orders and subscriptions, including Amazon, Costco, and Target.
Handle returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping, mail and packages, and breaking down boxes.
Keep the family vehicle tidy and organized and coordinate car-wash and interior-cleaning appointments.
Provide occasional calendar support for family scheduling, including birthday parties and appointments.
Coordinate household repair quotes and vendor scheduling.
Provide light administrative assistance to support household systems and routines.