Household Manager & Family Assistant (with Childcare focus)

Sage Haus•Arlington, VA

23d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a warm, reliable, and proactive Household Manager & Family Assistant to provide part-time support to our busy family in Arlington, VA. This role focuses on managing the day-to-day operations of our household, creating a calm and organized environment, and providing assistance with our young daughter. The ideal candidate will be a trusted partner who enjoys creating order, building systems, and anticipating needs. This position is crucial in allowing parents to focus on family life by handling essential household tasks and providing support with childcare. We value consistency, reliability, and a genuine desire to help families thrive.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Authorized to work in the United States.
Reliable personal transportation and valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Comfortable with a large, friendly dog.
Experience working with young children required.
CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to obtain prior to start.
Up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines (including COVID-19 and flu vaccinations), subject to applicable legal accommodations.

Nice To Haves

Flexibility for occasional evening coverage (date nights, late meetings, 1–2 times per month).

Responsibilities

Provide backup childcare and active supervision for a young daughter.
Support evening routines including play, dinner, and bedtime.
Handle kid-related errands and provide date night or late-meeting evening coverage (1-2 times per month).
Perform pick-ups and drop-offs as needed.
Create and/or maintain household organization systems.
Perform daily resets and prepare the home for cleaners.
Light tidying including dishes, surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas, and toy pick-up.
Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs.
Assist with event, holiday, and guest preparation.
Unpack from travel and manage mail and packages.
Change batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detectors.
Wash, fold, and put away laundry for the full household, exercising care with special garments.
Keep the laundry area tidy and well-stocked.
Monitor household supplies and flag items running low.
Perform occasional grocery or supply pickups.
Break down boxes from mail and packages.
Handle as-needed errands such as returns, dry cleaning drop-off/pickup, and gift shopping.
Perform periodic deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards).
Refresh high-clutter zones like entryways and the dining table.
Regularly drain and clean upstairs window AC units.
Undertake ongoing organizational projects in toy areas, closets, and entryways.
Maintain awareness of the family calendar to anticipate household needs.
Track receipts and expenses for household purchases.
Perform light seasonal property maintenance and manage outdoor spaces.