Household Manager and Family Assistant

Sage Haus•Austin, TX

1d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

We're a busy, active family of four based in Austin, TX. Both parents work demanding senior-level roles, primarily from our respective offices, and one parent travels frequently throughout the year. Our two school-age daughters are spirited, social, and involved in extracurricular activities, which keeps our schedule full and our afternoons moving quickly. A lovable Boston Terrier rounds out our family and is very much part of our daily routine. Our household runs on warmth, structure, and a whole lot of energy. We’re a faith-centered, values-driven family who loves being active, spending time outdoors, and making the most of our time together. The 5:00–7:00 PM window is especially important to us as protected family time, and we’re looking for someone who can help create the space and structure for us to truly enjoy it. We love hosting birthday parties, attending school events, and taking on home projects throughout the year. Our daughters are involved in age-appropriate chores, and we’re looking for someone who can help reinforce those routines while supporting the overall flow of our household. We value someone who naturally fits into our family’s rhythm — someone who takes ownership, brings ideas and initiative, and becomes a trusted partner in managing the details that keep our home running smoothly.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States
Able to maintain a smoke-free environment
Reliable personal transportation and valid driver's license required
CPR and First Aid certification preferred

Nice To Haves

CPR and First Aid certification preferred

Responsibilities

Monday and Tuesday afternoon school pickups and transport to extracurricular activities
Occasional Wednesday and Thursday school pickups
After-school supervision: homework support, outdoor time, and managing the afternoon transition
Involve girls in age-appropriate tidying and chores
Occasional date night sitting
Flexibility for rare family travel or special school events (spring break, birthday parties, charity events)
Kitchen reset: tidy up, unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, prep home before biweekly cleaning crew arrives
Daily tidying: surfaces, cluttered spots, high-traffic vacuuming
Seasonal decor swaps (Halloween, Christmas)
Donation coordination and drop-offs
Indoor plant care
Routine maintenance tasks: light bulb, battery, and smoke detector replacements
Oversee and coordinate with contractors at the main home
Household calendar support (transitioning from dry-erase board to a digital system)
Event and appointment coordination: birthday parties, school events, charity events
Full household laundry: wash, fold, organize, and help the girls put their own laundry away
Weekly washing of bed linens (all beds) and towels
Occasional ironing and steaming as needed
Keep laundry area tidy and well-stocked
Prepare 2-3 family-friendly meals per week (Monday through Thursday), designed to be heated rather than plated
Kitchen cleanup following meal prep
Supplement grocery runs mid-week as needed (family handles the primary weekly shop)
Follow all dietary needs and restrictions; note that one family member has a nut allergy
Prep healthy snacks as a bonus when time allows
Pantry and fridge organization; rotate and check for expiration dates
Restock household and pantry supplies
Family errands including dry cleaning, returns, and gift shopping
Mail and package handling: unbox, put away, and break down boxes
Occasional pet feeding
Wipe pet after outdoor bathroom trips
Help manage the yard and outdoor spaces, including assisting girls with toy pickup
Occasional ad hoc deep cleans (fridge, pantry organization, etc.)
Organizational projects with the girls (toys, gear, craft table) done collaboratively, not independently
Water outdoor garden beds and plants
Oversee seasonal property maintenance and outdoor space upkeep