House Manager & Family Assistant

Sage Haus•Washington, DC

1d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

We are a busy family of 3 who recently moved into a new home and are excited to settle into this next chapter together. Our home is full of life, and activity, with the energy and joy that come from family life, work, and a growing calendar of adventures. We love spending time together, embracing a healthy lifestyle, and creating a home that feels comfortable, connected, and welcoming. As we settle into our new space, we are looking for someone to become a trusted partner in helping turn our house into a home. As both parents balance demanding professional lives and family activities, the everyday details can sometimes feel overwhelming. We are looking for someone who can bring a sense of calm, structure, and organization to our household — someone who can help turn the moving boxes, busy schedules, and endless to-do lists into a home that feels peaceful and well cared for. Our home is a place where there is always something happening, and we are excited about the opportunity to create thoughtful systems and routines that make daily life easier. We want everything to have a place, the laundry to stay under control, household needs to be anticipated, and the home to feel reset and ready for the next day. We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys making a household run smoothly and understands how much of a difference a capable, experienced Household Manager can make in the life of a busy family. We value kindness, reliability, open communication, and the people who help make our home feel like home. The right person will be welcomed into a warm, active household where their initiative, attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to anticipate needs are truly appreciated. We are excited to find someone who can become a trusted part of our household rhythm while maintaining a professional, mutually respectful working relationship.

Requirements

Own reliable vehicle with a clean and safe driving record
Maintain a smoke-free environment
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Comfortable navigating a multi-level home throughout the workday, including carrying laundry and household items between floors
Childcare experience 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, subject to applicable legal accommodations

Nice To Haves

CPR and First Aid certification preferred; willingness to obtain is acceptable

Responsibilities

School pickup and transportation to activities on Mondays and Thursdays
Prepare healthy snacks
Occasional supervision and backup childcare as needed
Establish and maintain household organization systems throughout the home
Daily resets: dishes, wiping surfaces, returning items to their places, clearing the entryway
Manage incoming deliveries and coordinate outgoing donations
Declutter and organize various spaces of the home; prep home for cleaners
Change batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detectors as needed
Prep guest room for visiting family as needed
House-sitting as needed
Wash, fold, and organize laundry for the full family
Follow air-drying preferences for designated garments (iron or steam occasionally as needed)
Linen and bedding rotation
Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area
Handle returns, dry cleaning (pick-up and drop-off), mail, and packages
Break down and recycle boxes
Occasional supplemental grocery runs and household supply restocking
Litter box management and maintenance of the cat's area
Vet and grooming appointment scheduling
Pet-sitting as needed
Assistance with healthy batch cooking for the week
Alignment with the family's dietary preferences: low added sugar, healthy whole foods; no fish for one family member
Manage grocery deliveries as needed
Kitchen clean-up and maintenance
Be present to supervise furniture deliveries, handyman visits, and other vendors
Liaise with existing bi-weekly house cleaners or outdoor landscaping crew as needed
Schedule family vehicle maintenance and coordinate servicing as time allows
Calendar management (including household schedules)-Skylight calendar scheduling support