Part-Time Household Manager & Nanny

Sage Haus•Portland, OR

6d•$32 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

A part-time Household Manager & Nanny is sought to support a busy family of five with three young children, a dog, and a new baby in Portland, Oregon. The role combines childcare and family support with meal preparation, household organization, laundry, errands, pet care, and upkeep of the family vehicle. The family has established household systems and routines and is looking for someone proactive, dependable, detail-oriented, warm, patient, adaptable, and comfortable taking ownership of day-to-day responsibilities. The role includes working independently while a parent works from home and helping children with varied personalities and needs. The position is 15–20 hours per week, Tuesday through Thursday, approximately 1:00–6:00 PM PT. Compensation is $32–35. The anticipated start date is December or January. Reliable transportation and a clean driving record are required; mileage reimbursement is provided for work-related driving, and the family provides car seats. Candidates must be current on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and CDC guidelines, including COVID-19, flu, and current boosters, subject to applicable legal accommodations. The role also requires CPR and First Aid certification, a smoke-free environment, authorization to work in the United States, and the ability to navigate multiple flights of stairs. Mandarin skills are preferred.

Requirements

Reliable transportation and a clean driving record.
Up-to-date recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and CDC guidelines, including COVID-19, flu, and current boosters, subject to applicable legal accommodations.
Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Current 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.
Proactive, detail-oriented, dependable, organized, warm, patient, and adaptable approach, with the ability to work independently and communicate proactively.

Nice To Haves

Mandarin language skills.

Responsibilities

Pick up and drop off children at school and activities.
Prepare children's backpacks and snacks.
Run kid-related errands and provide light supervision and backup childcare.
Plan and prepare approximately three family dinners per week.
Prepare healthy snacks and school lunches, follow dietary needs and preferences, shop for groceries, and clean and maintain the kitchen.
Maintain household organization systems, perform daily resets, and prepare the home for cleaners.
Handle light tidying, including dishes, surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas.
Manage seasonal swaps of clothing, décor, and bedding; prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs; and assist with event, holiday, and guest preparation.
Pack and unpack for travel and care for indoor plants.
Occasionally deep clean areas such as the oven and baseboards, refresh the entryway, clean air purifiers, and complete organizational projects such as toy organization and clothing swaps.
Wash, dry, fold, and organize laundry; iron or steam garments and provide special garment care; rotate linens; and keep laundry areas tidy and well 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 box breakdown.
Periodically clean, fuel, and organize the family vehicle.
Schedule veterinary visits and maintain pet supplies.