Part-time House Manager & Family Assistant | Shaker Heights

Sage Haus•Shaker Heights, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a busy, warm, and spirited household of six seeking a Part-time House Manager & Family Assistant with Childcare Support. The role involves supporting our family in creating a smoother afternoon rhythm, assisting children with after-school routines, and managing household organization and maintenance. The ideal candidate is warm, engaging, organized, proactive, and reliable, with a genuine enjoyment of children. This position offers 15-20 hours per week, with guaranteed 15 hours, scheduled for Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with some flexibility. The family entertains frequently and requires support with event preparation and general home reset. Spanish fluency is a plus but not required.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Reliable personal transportation and a clean driving record.
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 MMR and annual influenza), subject to applicable legal accommodations.

Nice To Haves

Spanish fluency is welcomed but not required.

Responsibilities

Pickup children from the bus stop and daycare each afternoon.
Supervise and support after-school routines: snack, backpack unpacking, homework, piano practice, and chores using the family's Skylight calendar.
Prepare after-school snacks.
Support kids in getting their bags and belongings organized and ready for the next day.
Drop off at weekly afternoon activities (approximately once per week with room to grow as kids’ schedules evolve).
Maintain a no-screen-time standard on weekdays in a positive, engaging way.
Daily tidying and resetting of the home, with priority focus on the mudroom and kitchen (supporting children to do their role in putting things away).
Direct kids in completing their portion of the household chores.
Maintain and support existing household organization systems; bring thoughtful solutions to the family before implementing changes.
Review the Skylight family calendar weekly for awareness and forward planning (meals, kids' needs, upcoming events).
Proactively change batteries, light bulbs, and manage smoke detectors (keeping supply on hand).
Support event and hosting prep – the family entertains frequently for extended family and professional colleagues.
Assist with unpacking and perform general home reset after travel or extended time away.
Be on-site point of contact for contractors, vendors, and service providers as needed.
Water outdoor plants as requested.
Assist with seasonal clothing sorting and size transitions as directed.
Coordinate donation prep and drop-offs.
Plan and prepare 2–3 dinners per week, ranging from ingredient prep to full meal execution, taking the family calendar into account when deciding meals.
Process produce (wash, chop, store) for snacking throughout the week.
Defrost protein for bulk prep.
Kitchen clean-up and maintenance after meal prep.
Inventory & Errands: Unpack grocery deliveries and distribute items throughout the home.
Add needed grocery items and meal ingredients to the shared household list.
Ad hoc grocery runs for smaller needs (not the primary weekly order).
Returns, dry cleaning drop off/pick ups, gift shopping, and other miscellaneous errands as requested.
Bring in mail and packages; break down cardboard and manage recycling.
Wash, dry, and fold laundry for the children and household linens (bath towels, hand towels, bed linens).
Supervise children in putting away their own laundry as a life-skills practice.
Change bed linens and refresh towels on a regular rotation.
Keep the laundry area tidy and well-stocked.
Occasional deep cleaning beyond the scope of the weekly cleaner (fridge, oven, baseboards, etc.).
Organizational projects as requested, such as the homework room or storage/supply areas.
Assist with seasonal projects and special household initiatives as needed.