Part-Time House Manager & Family Assistant

Sage Haus•Austin, TX

1d•$33 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time role, offering 20-25 hours per week with a guaranteed 20 hours. The schedule is Monday through Friday, from 7:30 AM to approximately 11:30 AM or 12:30 PM, with flexibility to accommodate both family and candidate needs. Fridays may involve additional household preparation for the weekend. There is also an opportunity for extra hours to provide weekend support, such as date night coverage. The compensation is between $33-$37 per hour, based on experience. The start date is ASAP, with the possibility of a gradual start and a full schedule beginning in August. The role requires maintaining a smoke-free and fragrance-free environment due to family sensitivities. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States, possess a valid driver's license with a clean record, and be comfortable responding to anaphylactic egg allergies. CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain it, is necessary. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently with a proactive and self-sufficient approach, and have experience working with and around children. The family is a busy, warm, and laid-back household of four with two parents balancing demanding careers and raising energetic twin boys who are almost two years old. One parent works from home, often with early international calls, while the other runs a nearby company. The twins are curious and active. With the boys transitioning to a Montessori program in August, the family seeks consistent, professional support to create calmer, more organized mornings and establish effective household systems. They value warm, collaborative, and professional relationships and are looking for someone who can confidently step into their home, anticipate needs, and become a trusted partner. The ideal candidate is a confident household professional who is proactive, organized, and calm around toddlers. They are comfortable managing allergies with care and good judgment, and genuinely enjoy children. They are solutions-oriented, create usable long-term systems, and bring a steady, capable presence to the home, helping to set a positive tone. They are organized without being rigid, warm yet professional, and confident in taking ownership of responsibilities while keeping the family informed. They anticipate needs, think ahead, and thrive in a role where their initiative makes a difference. They know how to engage young children with patience and enthusiasm while also managing household tasks consistently and with care.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record (family vehicle available for use, or mileage reimbursement provided for candidate's own vehicle)
Maintain a fragrance-free environment: the household includes members with sensitive skin and eczema
Comfortable responding to anaphylactic egg allergies
CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to obtain prior to start
Ability to work independently, with a proactive and self-sufficient approach
Experience working with and around children

Nice To Haves

Opportunity for additional hours available to provide adhoc weekend support (date night coverage)
Experience working with and around children

Responsibilities

Manage morning routine for toddlers, ensuring they are up, dressed, fed, and ready for school in a timely manner
Drop twins off at school daily
Provide developmentally appropriate supervision each morning and backup childcare on school closure and early release days
Prepare backpacks, clothing, school lunches, and snacks for toddler twins daily
Accompany family on travel to assist with childcare approximately 1-2 times per year (pending candidate availability)
Park outings and activity support as needed
Build and maintain household organization systems the family can rely on and grow into
Reset and tidy spaces daily: picking up, dishes, cleaning surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas, taking out trash, making beds
Coordinate donation drop-offs as needed
Support with cleaning and shopping for events, holidays, and guest prep on occasion
Proactively handle small maintenance tasks (e.g. changing batteries, light bulbs, watering plants)
Create and maintain a maintenance cleaning schedule for household appliances (oven, washer/dryer, refrigerator, dishwasher), either executing directly or coordinating with cleaning staff
Descale the coffee maker on a regular schedule
Stain treat furniture as needed
Process produce (wash, chop, prep) for easy snacking
Prepare ingredients for approximately 4 family meals per week so the primary cook can get dinner on the table quickly (or execute full meals on occasion)
Prep daily school lunches and snacks for both twins
Strictly adhere to protocols for family dietary restrictions: egg allergy for twins and gluten intolerance for one parent
Grocery shop for family meals and snacks
Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization
Manage and maintain shared running household supply lists
Manage subscriptions and restock essentials throughout the home for diapers, paper goods, and other household supplies
Handle miscellaneous errands as needed: returns, dry cleaning
Open, sort, and put away deliveries and break down boxes for recycling
Wash, fold, and organize laundry for the entire family
Stain treat and provide special garment care as needed
Rotate, wash, and change all bedding and towels (including pool linens)
Maintain organized, well-stocked laundry areas across both washer/dryer sets
Wipe outdoor furniture and surfaces from pollen, tidy outdoor toys
Communicate with pest and lawn care vendors as needed
Oversee house cleaners and coordinate deep cleaning tasks or delegation of special projects as needed
Research and coordinate repair vendors and quotes as needed (e.g., fixing broken items, furniture deep cleaning)
Manage calendar for school schedules, closures, and early releases
Coordinate appointments (doctors, etc.) in alignment with the school calendar
Track receipts and expenses for employee expenses
Travel planning and logistics support as needed