Household Manager & Family Assistant (With Childcare Support)
About The Position
We are a warm, active family of four seeking a Household Manager & Family Assistant to provide support with childcare, meal preparation, household organization, and errands. Both parents work from home and need assistance managing busy afternoons, including school pickups, homework help, meal prep, and general household upkeep. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, creative, and enjoys creating a calm and organized home environment. This role requires flexibility, including occasional overnight coverage and potential split shifts. We value a professional and steady presence, with a focus on attention to detail and excellent communication.
Requirements
- Must maintain a smoke-free environment.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Reliable transportation required.
- Must be comfortable with dogs.
- CPR and First Aid certified, or willingness to obtain certification.
- Experience in childcare.
- Organizational skills.
- Proactive and capable.
- Good communication skills.
- Professional demeanor.
Nice To Haves
- Flexibility for occasional overnight coverage.
- Flexibility for a split schedule (mornings and evenings).
Responsibilities
- Perform afternoon school and activity pickups.
- Provide after-school supervision, structure, and engagement, including homework help.
- Prepare backpacks, clothing, and afternoon snacks.
- Run kid-related errands.
- Provide occasional overnight coverage when both parents travel.
- Plan and prepare healthy, kid-friendly snacks and dinners five days per week.
- Perform grocery shopping.
- Handle kitchen clean-up and maintenance.
- Perform daily resets and prepare the home for biweekly cleaners.
- Conduct light tidying, including dishes, surfaces, and high-traffic areas.
- Manage seasonal swaps for clothing, bedding, and décor.
- Prepare and coordinate for events, holidays, and guests as needed.
- Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs.
- Unpack after family travel.
- Wash, fold, and organize family laundry.
- Manage linen rotation for beds and bathrooms.
- Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area.
- Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies.
- Manage running household supply lists.
- Manage household orders and subscriptions (Amazon/Costco/Target).
- Handle returns, gift shopping, and other errands.
- Manage mail and package handling, including breakdown of boxes.
- Perform occasional deep cleans including fridge, oven, and baseboards.
- Refresh entryways as needed.
- Undertake organizational projects (toys, gear).
- Maintain awareness of the family calendar.
- Coordinate events and appointments for children.
- Perform light cleaning and organizing of the family vehicle as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
