House Manager / Family Assistant

Sage Haus•Los Angeles, CA

8d•$34 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The House Manager / Family Assistant supports a busy, high-energy family in Porter Ranch, California, with two boys. The role combines after-school child assistance, transportation, meal planning and preparation, household organization and maintenance, errands, laundry, deep-cleaning projects, and administrative and personal-assistant support. The family values curiosity, kindness, outdoor activities, consistent routines, and a calm, dependable presence. The successful candidate will be flexible as household needs change, take initiative, and help reduce the family’s day-to-day mental load. This is a part-time position for 25–30 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with core hours from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Flexibility is required during busier seasons, including occasional evenings until 8:00 or 9:00 PM. The role also calls for backup care during school breaks and as needed on evenings and weekends, as well as comfort with domestic and international travel, including overnights. Compensation is $34–$38 per hour, based on experience, and the start date is ASAP.

Requirements

Current CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification before the start date.
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.
Have a reliable personal vehicle and a clean driving record; mileage during work hours is reimbursed.
Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Be authorized to work in the United States.
Be comfortable with domestic and international travel, including overnights.
Complete a background check.
Be warm, fun, and genuinely energized by working with children.
Use a calm, steady, patient, and respectful approach with children, while providing firm guidance when needed.
Be flexible and able to adapt to changing household needs and routines.
Be proactive, reliable, and punctual, and take initiative to identify and complete needed tasks.
Enjoy creating and maintaining organizational systems and preparing healthy, child-friendly meals.

Nice To Haves

Enjoy Disneyland and riding the attractions.
Have an interest in or fondness for Michael Jackson.

Responsibilities

Pick up the children from school Monday through Friday and transport them to activities, sports, and tutoring.
Provide after-school care, establishing a consistent routine that prioritizes homework before play.
Support the children with reading and homework.
Prepare backpacks, clothing for the next day, and school snacks.
Run child-related errands, such as obtaining sports gear and supplies.
Provide backup care during school breaks and as needed on evenings and weekends.
Support domestic and international family travel, with the expectation of eventually assisting with overnight stays with the children.
Plan and prepare weekly family meals, including batch cooking, fresh meals, and ingredient preparation.
Wash and chop produce at the start of the week following Sunday farmers market runs.
Prepare healthy meals and school lunches while following the family’s dietary preferences, including avoiding dairy or cheese for some family members, avoiding artificial dyes (especially red dye), and limiting sugar and sweets.
Shop for groceries and manage subscriptions related to household food and supplies.
Clean and maintain the kitchen.
Create and maintain household organization systems throughout the home.
Reset the home daily and prepare it for the weekly cleaning service.
Perform light tidying, including dishes, surface cleaning, and vacuuming high-traffic areas.
Manage seasonal transitions for clothing, holiday décor, and bedding.
Pack and unpack for travel.
Handle routine maintenance such as replacing batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detectors.
Coordinate donation drop-offs and prepare for events, holidays, and guests.
Restock pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies, and maintain running supply lists.
Manage household subscriptions and orders through services such as Amazon, Costco, Target, and Instacart.
Handle returns, dry-cleaning drop-offs and pickups, and gift shopping.
Manage mail and packages and break down boxes.
Wash, fold, and put away the boys’ laundry; rotate their linens and towels; and keep the laundry room tidy and stocked.
Periodically deep clean the refrigerator, oven, and baseboards.
Refresh the garage, mudroom, and entryway.
Clean and maintain humidifiers and air purifiers.
Organize sports gear, rotating toys, children’s clothing, and storage areas.
Manage the Skylight Calendar for school, sports, appointments, activities, and chores.
Plan and coordinate logistics for domestic and international travel.
Coordinate children’s appointments, school events, and other events.
Research home repairs, coordinate vendor quotes, and support seasonal property and outdoor-space upkeep.