Household Manager & Family Assistant

Sage Haus•Newton, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a warm, busy, and down-to-earth family of four living in Newton with our two young daughters, a friendly 60-pound lab, and a cat. We have full schedules, lots of moving pieces, and two parents with demanding full-time careers, so creating a home environment that feels calm, organized, and supportive for everyone is incredibly important to us. Our daughters are increasingly independent, which means our needs have evolved and we are now looking for someone who can step in as a true household partner. The role is less about constant hands-on childcare and more about helping the home run smoothly behind the scenes: keeping things organized, staying ahead of laundry and household resets, grocery shopping, helping with school pickups and activity drop-offs, so we have more space to focus on family time and the rhythm of everyday life. We have a collaborative communication style and are clear about our needs, while also appreciating open and proactive communication in return. Our ideal team member is someone who can take initiative, stay ahead of the game, and help us maintain order, whether it is in the kitchen, around the kids’ activities, or throughout the house.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment
Reliable transportation (mileage reimbursement provided for work-related errands, or family car available if needed)
Up to date on general vaccinations
Comfort with dogs and cats

Nice To Haves

CPR and First Aid certification preferred
Skylight knowledge a bonus

Responsibilities

Pick up children from school and drop them off at activities
Prep backpacks, snacks, lunchboxes, and activity bags
Provide light supervision and backup childcare as needed
Kid-related errands
Occasional coverage for date nights (1–2x per month) a plus
Perform daily resets and prep the home for weekly cleaners
Tidy up (dishes, surfaces, vacuum high-traffic areas, put away toys)
Maintain household organization systems (closets, pantry, etc.)
Organize seasonal swaps (clothing, décor)
Prepare and coordinate quarterly donation drop-offs
Assist with event, holiday, and guest prep (a few times per year)
Help with packing and unpacking for travel
Care for indoor plants
Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, etc.
Wash, fold, and organize family laundry (with special attention to delicates)
Handle occasional ironing/steaming as needed
Maintain a well-stocked and tidy laundry area
Follow dietary needs/preferences (gluten-free)
Prepare childrens’ snacks and lunches (5x per week)
Prep dinner ingredients twice weekly (chop vegetables, marinate meats, etc.)
Ensure kitchen tidiness and maintain cleanliness after meal prep
Shop for groceries
Manage running household supply lists
Restock pantry/fridge/household supplies
Manage household orders and subscriptions (Amazon/Costco/Target)
Handle large volume of mail and packages (open, organize and break down boxes)
Assist with returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping and other errands as needed
Perform occasional deep cleaning (e.g., fridge, oven, baseboards)
Refresh garage, mudroom, and entryway
Clean humidifiers and air purifiers as needed
Manage organizational projects (toys, gear)
Clean, fuel, and organize family vehicles
Oversee household vendors as needed
Perform seasonal property maintenance
Manage outdoor spaces
Maintain awareness of family calendar (Skylight knowledge a bonus)
Track household-related expenses and receipts for expenses incurred as Household Manager
Assist with event and appointment coordination