Nanny and House Manager (with Meal Prep Support)

Sage Haus•Philadelphia, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a busy, close-knit family of three, expecting our fourth addition at the end of June, living in a warm and welcoming home in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia. We recently moved into our home and are still in the process of setting up systems and getting organized. One of us works from home, while the other focuses on home life as we prepare for the arrival of our second child. We enjoy engaging in developmental activities with our toddler, and we embrace a Montessori-style approach to learning at home. As a family, we prioritize spending quality time together and enjoy creating a peaceful, organized environment. We are focused on settling into our new space and establishing a calm, nurturing home. As we navigate the busy months ahead, we are looking for someone to help balance childcare and household responsibilities. We value proactive support, professionalism, and maintaining a calm, organized environment where everyone works together as a team. We want someone who can bring a sense of calm and order to our home, helping us create more time for what truly matters—family time. You are an experienced and engaging professional with a strong background in infant and toddler care, as well as household management and meal prep. You are confident and capable with newborns and enjoy being an active participant in a child’s developmental journey. You understand that raising a child and managing a household is a team effort, and you’re ready to be a supportive sidekick, working through challenges and projects together with the family. Whether it’s calmly engaging with a toddler during a meltdown, planning and preparing meals, or organizing household tasks, you bring a proactive, hands-on approach to your role. In addition to your childcare skills, you are comfortable in the kitchen, planning and preparing whole foods-focused meals. You make good use of your time by staying engaged and actively looking for ways to contribute, whether it’s organizing, running errands, or tackling small household projects. You are focused and attentive, with a strong sense of initiative, and you take pride in starting tasks without needing to be asked—always with the goal of keeping things running smoothly. You understand the importance of professional boundaries and are respectful of the family’s need for quiet, low-key time together, while also being warm and approachable. You thrive in a collaborative environment, where your contributions help create a calm, organized, and nurturing atmosphere. You are proactive, detail-oriented, and reliable, bringing energy and focus to your work, while maintaining a balanced and thoughtful presence in the home.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free and fragrance-free environment
Have reliable transportation (mileage reimbursement provided for work-related errands)
Hold current CPR and First Aid certifications (or be willing to obtain them)
Be up to date on vaccinations (including COVID-19 and flu)
Be comfortable with dogs (small 10 lb Chihuahua mix, low maintenance)
Background check required

Nice To Haves

Spanish language fluency preferred

Responsibilities

Share childcare responsibility for a toddler, with a focus on Montessori-style learning and gentle parenting
Assist with baby care after newborn arrives (June)
Occasional pick-ups/drop-offs/playground outings
Prep clothing/snacks
Occasional errands related to child care (e.g., picking up supplies).
Collaborate weekly with the family on meal planning
Source creative, healthy pescatarian recipes
Build grocery lists from the weekly plan
Batch cook and prepare fresh, whole-food pescatarian snacks and meals (5 toddler lunches + 5 dinners/week, starting with toddler and expanding to family meals)
Clean and maintain an organized kitchen after meal preparation
Daily resets and prep for bi-weekly cleaners (dishes, surfaces, high-traffic areas)
Create and/or maintain household organization systems
Seasonal clothing swaps, including children’s sizes and hand-me-downs
Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
Packing/unpacking for travel
Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, water filters etc. as needed
Occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards, etc.) and special/organizational projects as time allows
Water outdoor plants as needed
Maintain awareness of household supply lists - communicate restocking needs to family
Run errands as needed (returns, essential shopping, picking up supplies)
Wash/fold/organize laundry for the family
Maintain tidy and well stocked laundry areas
Maintain awareness of family calendar
Perform administrative tasks, such as making customer support phone calls (utilities, insurance, product support, etc.)
Calendar management (including household schedules)