House Manager & Family Assistant (with Childcare & Meal Prep Support)

Sage Haus•Weston, CT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a warm, energetic, and loving family of five relocating to Weston, Connecticut. We are looking for someone to become a trusted part of our family's support system. This role is about thoughtfully filling the gaps—helping our home run smoothly, anticipating needs, and creating more space for us to enjoy time together. We value open communication, collaboration, and building long-term relationships, and we're hoping to find someone who truly enjoys becoming part of a family team. Our home is happiest when it feels calm, organized, and connected. We appreciate someone who notices the little things before they become big things—keeping household essentials stocked, helping maintain organized spaces, staying ahead of family routines, and bringing a proactive, can-do attitude to each day. Our children are bright, active, and each wonderfully unique, so we're looking for someone who approaches them with patience, warmth, consistency, and a genuine desire to help our family thrive. We follow a kosher-style diet at home and do not prepare or serve pork or shellfish.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Reliable personal transportation required.
Candidates are required to be up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines (including COVID-19 and influenza), subject to applicable legal accommodations.
CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to obtain certification.
Fragrance-free.

Nice To Haves

Genuinely enjoys supporting busy families and creating a calm, organized home where everyone can thrive.
Enjoys engaging children through active play, creative projects, outdoor adventures, and age-appropriate activities that encourage curiosity and independence.
Has a natural talent for organization and enjoys creating systems that help a household run smoothly.
Takes initiative without waiting to be asked, anticipating needs by staying ahead of household inventory, keeping shared spaces organized, resetting the kitchen, organizing school items, and ensuring the little details—from paper towels to pantry staples—never become last-minute problems.
Is dependable, proactive, and takes pride in making everyday family life feel more manageable.
Values relationships and enjoys becoming a trusted part of a family's support system.
Communicates openly, works collaboratively, and brings a calm, positive presence into the home each day.
Is patient, emotionally grounded and confident guiding children with warmth and calm leadership.
Open to learning the parenting approaches that work best for this family and enjoys partnering with parents to create consistency and connection.
Enjoys creating systems and maintaining an organized, well-functioning household.
Builds genuine, long-term relationships and becomes a trusted part of the family's team.
Is patient, kind, and confident working with young children while remaining calm during challenging moments.
Communicates clearly, reliably, and professionally.
A strong commitment to maintaining a clean, comfortable home environment that supports children’s health and well-being, including thoughtful practices like regular handwashing.

Responsibilities

Provide warm, engaging after-school support, helping the children transition from the school day through snacks, activities, and a calm, positive afternoon routine.
Empty and prep backpacks daily; organize school paperwork for the parents.
Proactively schedule playdates and/or organize afternoon activities and build relationships with other caregivers in the community.
Create and maintain household organizational systems throughout the home.
Perform daily reset: light tidying, dishes, surfaces, and high-traffic vacuuming to keep the home prepped and clean between cleaner visits.
Manage seasonal clothing, décor, and bedding swaps.
Prepare items for donation and coordinate drop-offs.
Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, and filters as needed.
Assist with packing for travel and outings as needed.
Manage pantry, fridge, and household supply inventory; note when items are running low.
Fill-in grocery runs between weekly scheduled orders done by family.
Handle package receiving and breakdown; manage returns and dry cleaning as needed.
Batch cook to keep the fridge stocked with weekly meals & ready-to-use ingredients: grains, chopped vegetables, proteins, and healthy snacks.
Clean kitchen following any cooking or meal prep.
Monitor fridge for expired items and replace as needed.
Wash, fold, and organize family laundry.
Assist with linens as needed.
Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area.
Perform occasional deep cleaning of items like the refrigerator and oven as needed.
Refresh mudroom, entry, and garage as needed.
Undertake organizational projects: toys, gear, pantry, closets, and seasonal transitions.
Contribute to and maintain awareness of the family's calendar.
Track receipts and expenses for role-related purchases.