Family Assistant / Household Manager

Sage Haus•Nashville, TN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

A part-time family assistant and household manager role supporting a family with an infant in Nashville, Tennessee. The primary focus is household management and organization, including maintaining home systems, keeping the household stocked, preparing simple meals, managing laundry, running errands, coordinating vendors and property upkeep, and assisting with special projects. The role also includes occasional backup infant care, dog care as needed, and administrative support. The family seeks a reliable, organized, proactive, adaptable, and communicative person who can work independently and be a thoughtful presence in the home. The position is 15–20 hours per week, with 15 hours guaranteed, scheduled across three days per week from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday are preferred. Compensation is $30–$35 per hour based on experience. The start date is ASAP. Reliable transportation is required, and mileage reimbursement is provided. The home must remain smoke-free. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and be infant CPR and First Aid certified or willing to obtain certification. A background check is required.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Reliable transportation is required; mileage reimbursement is provided.
Must be infant CPR and First Aid certified or willing to obtain certification.
Must maintain a smoke-free environment.
Must be trustworthy, organized, proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working independently without constant direction.
Must communicate openly, welcome feedback, take ownership of tasks, and be comfortable working quietly and independently when a parent is home.
A background check is required.
Applicants are asked to submit a short introductory letter, an updated resume, and three professional references with contact information.

Nice To Haves

Experience or demonstrated interest in household organization and management, laundry, errands, meal preparation, and occasional infant care.
A warm, calm, easygoing presence and the ability to anticipate a family's needs and maintain or thoughtfully improve existing systems.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain household organization systems and perform light daily tidying, including dishes, surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas.
Prepare the home for biweekly cleaning visits; coordinate seasonal clothing swaps, donation drop-offs and pickups, and event, holiday, and guest preparation.
Handle routine home maintenance tasks such as changing batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detectors.
Provide light backup infant care when the primary caregiver is at appointments and handle child-related errands as needed.
Restock pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies; manage household supply lists, orders, and subscriptions; handle returns, dry-cleaning drop-off and pickup, mail, and packages; and break down boxes.
Batch-cook simple, healthy staples, shop for groceries according to household dietary preferences, and clean and maintain the kitchen.
Wash, fold, and organize family laundry; iron and steam as needed; rotate bedding and towels weekly; and keep laundry areas tidy and stocked.
Walk the family dog as needed, be present for monthly mobile grooming visits, administer flea and tick medication as needed, and maintain pet supplies.
Help source a car detailer, schedule and track vehicle maintenance, assist with fueling and keeping family vehicles organized and clean, and track registration and insurance.
Occasionally deep-clean the refrigerator, oven, and baseboards; refresh the garage, mudroom, and entryway; maintain humidifiers and air purifiers; and manage air-filter orders and replacements.
Organize toys, gear, and growing baby items.
Coordinate cleaners, contractors, and landscapers; research vendors, coordinate repairs, and gather renovation quotes; manage seasonal property maintenance and outdoor spaces, including porch upkeep.
Assist with setting up and maintaining a family calendar system and track receipts and household expenses incurred while on the clock.