Household Manager & Family Assistant (with Childcare Support and Meal Prep)
About The Position
We're a warm, active family in Northern Virginia with one energetic elementary-aged son who loves Legos, soccer, and just about any good snack. We both work remotely and travel regularly, so our home is often a busy hub where work, family life, and everyday routines all come together. Our home is a place we truly enjoy, and we're intentional about creating an environment that feels welcoming, organized, and supportive of our family's lifestyle. Because we work from home, every day has its own rhythm. Mornings are typically focused and productive, while afternoons fill quickly with school pickup, activities, and family time. We value a home that is thoughtfully maintained—from staying on top of the little details to keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes—so we can spend more time enjoying life together. We're looking for someone who enjoys creating order, takes initiative, and finds satisfaction in helping a busy household thrive. More than anything, we're hoping to find a trusted partner who will become an important part of our family's routine and take pride in helping our home run effortlessly.
Requirements
- Maintain a smoke-free environment
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Reliable personal transportation required
- Fragrance-free adherence
- Shoes-off household
Nice To Haves
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred, or willingness to obtain
- Familiarity with Skylight calendars a plus
Responsibilities
- Wash, fold, organize family laundry and linens
- Special garment care, steaming, and ironing (sheets)
- Manage regular linen rotation
- Maintain tidy and well stocked laundry areas
- Create and maintain household organization systems
- Daily resets and prep home for cleaners
- Light tidying (dishes, surfaces, vacuum/sweeping high-traffic areas)
- Assist with seasonal swaps as needed (clothing, décor, bedding)
- Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
- Assist with event, holiday, and guest prep
- Assist with packing/unpacking for travel
- Indoor plant care
- Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, etc. as needed
- Plan and prep healthy, ready-to-eat family dinners and snacks for child (batch cooking 1-2 times/week)
- Prep school lunches (approximately 2 times/week)
- Grocery shopping, as needed
- Follow dietary needs and preferences (healthy, low-sodium, low-fat, strawberry allergy)
- Kitchen clean-up and maintenance
- Pick-ups and drop-offs for school and sports practice
- Provide light supervision and back-up childcare for elementary aged child
- Flexibility for date night coverage 1-2x monthly
- Prep backpacks and snacks
- Assist with kid-related errands as needed
- Assist with restocking pantry, fridge, and household supplies
- Manage running household supply lists
- Assist with household orders and subscriptions management (Amazon/Costco/Target)
- Assist with routine errands (returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping, post office)
- Mail and package handling; breakdown boxes
- Oversee cleaners/contractors/landscapers/vendors
- Research and coordinate repairs and quotes as needed
- Oversee seasonal property maintenance
- Manage outdoor spaces
- Manage larger organizational projects (toys, gear, closets, pantry)
- Occasional help with clothing resale (Poshmark)
- Occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards, descale coffee maker)
- Refresh high traffic zones (garage/mudroom/entryway)
- Clean humidifiers seasonally
- Maintain awareness of family calendar, including household schedules (familiarity with Skylight calendars a plus)
- Receipt and budget tracking for expenses incurred as house manager
- Assist with event coordination as needed (holiday prep)
Benefits
- Mileage reimbursement provided
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
