Part-Time Household Manager & Nanny

Sage Haus•Portland, OR

4d•Onsite

About The Position

A family in Portland, Oregon, is seeking a part-time Household Manager & Nanny to support a busy household with three young children and a dog. The role combines childcare and family support with meal preparation, household organization and maintenance, laundry, errands, inventory management, and pet care. The family has established home systems and values someone who can maintain them, anticipate needs, take ownership of daily tasks, and provide a warm, patient, dependable presence. The position is scheduled Tuesday through Thursday, approximately 1:00–6:00 PM Pacific Time, for 15–20 hours per week. Compensation is $32–$35. The anticipated start is December or January. The employee should be comfortable working independently while a parent works from home, around dogs, and navigating multiple flights of stairs. Reliable transportation is required; mileage reimbursement is provided for work-related driving, and the family provides car seats.

Requirements

Reliable transportation and a clean driving record.
Be up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, including COVID-19, flu, and current boosters, subject to applicable legal accommodations.
Maintain a smoke-free environment.
CPR and First Aid certification.
Ability to navigate multiple flights of stairs throughout the day.
Authorization to work in the United States.
Comfort around dogs.
Ability to work independently, communicate proactively, and take ownership of household tasks.
A background check is required.

Nice To Haves

Mandarin language skills.

Responsibilities

Pick up and drop off children at school and activities.
Prepare children's backpacks and snacks.
Run child-related errands.
Provide light supervision and backup childcare.
Plan and prepare approximately three family dinners per week.
Prepare healthy snacks and school lunches, follow dietary preferences, and clean and maintain the kitchen.
Maintain household organization systems and complete daily resets to prepare the home for cleaners.
Perform light tidying, including dishes, surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas.
Handle seasonal swaps of clothing, décor, and bedding; coordinate donation drop-offs; and help prepare for events, holidays, and guests.
Pack and unpack for travel and care for indoor plants.
Occasionally deep-clean areas such as ovens and baseboards, refresh the entryway, clean air purifiers, and complete organizational projects.
Wash, dry, fold, and organize laundry; iron or steam garments; provide special garment care; rotate linens; and keep laundry areas tidy and stocked.
Restock pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies; maintain household supply lists; and manage household orders and subscriptions.
Handle returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping, mail and packages, and breakdown of boxes.
Periodically clean, fuel, and organize the family vehicle.
Schedule veterinary visits and maintain pet supplies.