Family Assistant / House Manager

Sage Haus•Glen Ellyn, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re a busy household with two school-age kids, a sweet dog, and schedules that often feel like they’re pulling in four different directions at once. Both parents have demanding careers, and while we have good systems in place, weekday afternoons and evenings are where things tend to get stretched. We’re organized and proactive, and we’re looking for someone who brings that same energy. Our home has a warm, friendly vibe, and we want whoever joins us to feel like a trusted partner, not just someone working in the background. At the same time, we respect each other’s time and focus. With work calls, activities, and tight schedules often overlapping, we value someone who can read the room, take initiative, and confidently keep things moving. Clear, straightforward communication is important to us. We want to build a relationship where expectations are clear, feedback goes both ways, and everyone feels comfortable speaking up and making adjustments along the way. Ultimately, we’re looking for someone who genuinely enjoys supporting a family and wants to build a positive, long-term working relationship with us.

Requirements

Reliable transportation to commute to and from the home (family vehicle provided for errands and child transport)
Maintain a smoke-free environment
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Up to date on recommended vaccinations including COVID-19 and flu
CPR and First Aid certified, or willingness to obtain certification
Comfortable with pets (large dog in the home)
Dependable, hardworking, and punctual
Organized and detail-oriented, but adaptable
Proactive and able to take initiative
Warm with children
Understand how to support a busy household without taking over responsibilities children are expected to manage themselves
Takes direction well
Asks thoughtful questions
Calm and comfortable communicator
Able to give and receive feedback openly
Able to communicate directly

Responsibilities

Drive children to and from activities, aftercare, and programs on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons (circuit typically runs from approximately 4:10 PM to 6:15 PM)
Anticipate and adapt to the children’s changing weekly schedules to help ensure everyone gets where they need to be on time
Provide light supervision and occasional backup childcare, including date night coverage on evenings with advance notice
Prep backpacks, clothing, and snacks as needed
Handle kid-related errands (seasonal items, sports gear, activity prep)
Prepare 1–2 lunches and 2–3 dinners per week using simple, healthy, family-friendly recipes, including basic meal prep such as chopping, light preparation, and reheating
Prep school lunches on an as-needed basis
Handle grocery shopping and maintain appropriate stock of pantry, refrigerator, and household essentials
Maintain a tidy and organized kitchen between cooking sessions
Wash, fold, and place laundry in each bedroom (children are responsible for putting their own items away)
Rotate towels and bed linens on a regular schedule
Maintain tidy laundry areas
Light daily tidying: dishes, surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas
Seasonal clothing swaps for children
Indoor plant care
Routine maintenance tasks such as changing batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detector batteries
Occasional guest and holiday prep
Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies on an ongoing basis
Manage running household supply lists and place orders as needed (Amazon)
Coordinate returns, dry cleaning, occasional gift shopping, and other miscellaneous errands as needed
Bring in mail and packages and put away
Instacart grocery deliveries
Occasional dog walking, light feeding, and pickup from doggy daycare when needed
Maintain pet supply inventory (food is on auto-ship)
Occasional deep clean of the refrigerator
Help maintain and refresh the mudroom, garage, and entry areas, including gentle reminders to keep kids on track with their contribution to these spaces
Coordinate and be present for occasional vendor visits (plumber, repairs, etc.); research quotes as needed
Research and coordinate seasonal vendors such as Christmas light installation
Schedule routine vehicle maintenance
Occasional fueling, cleaning, and organizing of the family vehicle
Maintain household calendar, including kids' activity schedules, grocery lists, and weekly planning