Family Assistant & House Manager

Sage Haus•Seattle, WA

5d•$38 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

We're a dynamic, high-energy Seattle family with three school-age kids who are deeply involved in activities, especially soccer, and our dog, rounding out our crew. Our household is lively, loud, and full of moving parts, and we love it that way — but we've reached a point where amidst juggling our careers and family life we need support to bring some grounded calm to the chaos. Both parents work demanding schedules: one is in-office most of the week with remote Fridays, and the other is beginning a graduate program in the fall, with in-person evening classes. We already have a professional cleaning team who comes in every other week, so this role is about managing the systems, logistics, and rhythms that keep a busy family running smoothly. We lead with empathy, kindness, and respect in everything we do, and we hold our household support to the same standard. Highly capable and observant, our kids thrive on authentic, mature engagement. They respond best when treated like the thoughtful individuals they are, completely bypassing baby talk or patronizing tones in favor of genuine warmth. A core focus of this role is providing dedicated afternoon and evening childcare support, particularly navigating our busy activity schedules, school pickups, and dinner routines with confidence and ease. We've had incredible help in the past from people who were true go-getters, and we've also experienced what it's like when that's not the case. We're looking for someone who has the experience and brings the quiet confidence and professionalism to prove it. We are looking to bring someone into our home who understands what it means to be a professional in a private household setting — someone who shows up, understands healthy boundaries, sees what needs to be done, and does it without being asked.

Requirements

Reliable transportation
W2
CPR and First Aid (willing to obtain)
Vaccinations (including Covid-19 and the flu)
Maintain a smoke-free environment

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with vegan cooking is a plus, but enthusiasm and a willingness to learn are highly valued.

Responsibilities

Pick-ups and drop-offs | our most urgent need is consistent support on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Maintain flexibility in working days to align with the family’s evolving weekly needs and schedule.
Light supervision and back-up childcare and occasional date day/night
Prep backpacks, clothing and snacks
Kid-related errands
Create and maintain household organization systems
Daily resets and prep home for cleaners
Light tidying (dishes, surfaces, vacuum high-traffic areas)
Seasonal swaps (clothing, bedding) - kids clothing, sports gear
Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
Event, holiday and guest prep
Packing and unpacking for travel
Indoor plant care
Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, etc.
Occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards) - be proactive in creating the list for the cleaners
Refresh garage and entry
Clean humidifiers and air purifiers
Organizational projects (toys, gear)
Restock pantry, fridge, household supplies
Manage running household supply lists
Manage household orders and subscriptions (Amazon/Costco/Target)
Returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping
Mail and package handling
Breakdown boxes
Align with family preferences and Prep vegan meals 2-3x per week to encompass 5 dinners per week, with some leftovers and snacks
Prep school lunches
Grocery shopping
Kitchen clean-up and maintenance
Wash, fold and organize laundry
Ironing and steaming
Put out the fresh set of sheets for the housekeepers
Maintain laundry area tidy and well stocked
Occasional brief walks with dog
Comfortable with dogs
Dog-sitting as needed, if it works with your schedule
When needed oversee cleaners and contractors and landscapers
Research and coordinate repairs and quotes
Updating a shared family calendar