Household Manager & Family Assistant (With Childcare Support)

Sage Haus•Washington, DC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a warm, creative, and intentional household rooted in a mix of calm, grounded time together with a little silliness thrown in! Our home is a minimalist space — we value tidiness, thoughtful organization, and an environment free of clutter. However, we also love to spend time playing, laughing, and just enjoying life. Our household is anchored by a busy, entrepreneurial mom who runs a writing studio and maintains a professional practice. With two energetic little ones at the center of our world, we need someone who can step in and genuinely hold things together — not just check boxes. Life here moves at a purposeful pace: our days are full, our home is loved, and we take genuine pride in the spaces we keep. The right person will blend into our rhythm naturally, keeping the house humming so that evenings feel peaceful and the week feels manageable.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Reliable transportation required - does not have to be a personal vehicle.
Ability to navigate multiple flights of stairs throughout the day.

Nice To Haves

CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Pick up children from school/daycare.
Directly supervise and actively engage with young children after pickup.
Prepare after-school snacks and/or serve children dinner after pickup.
Occasional bedtime coverage as needed.
Maintain household organization systems.
Daily tidying and resets, with particular focus on the kitchen counter and surfaces.
Prepare the home for bi-weekly cleaners.
Assist with event prep as needed.
Indoor plant care.
Full laundry cycle for all household members, including washing, folding, and putting away.
Linen rotation as needed.
Ironing and steaming of special garments as needed.
Prep simple meals (mason jar salads, crock pot dishes).
Light fridge maintenance (remove old leftovers, keep tidy).
Help put groceries away.
Kitchen clean-up after use.
Follow dietary needs, noting a peanut and cashew allergy in the home.
Drop off returns as needed.
Assist with running household supply list.
Occasional supply runs to the family's associated office spaces.
Mail and package handling; breakdown and removal of boxes.
Assist with event and appointment scheduling.
Research activities and events for family participation.
Read and summarize school/daycare communications as needed.
Verify and follow up on bills and payments as needed.
Oversee cleaners/contractors/landscapers as needed.
Research/coordinate repairs and quotes as needed.
Manage outdoor spaces.
Schedule vehicle maintenance as needed.
Fueling/cleaning/organizing vehicles as needed.