House Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Maintain a smoke-free environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license required.
• Fragrance-free and scent-free environment maintained at all times.
• CPR and First Aid certification required (or willingness to obtain).
• Vaccinations preferred; family will need to know if candidate is not vaccinated.
• Comfortable with occasional overnight stays during simultaneous parent travel (advance notice always provided).
• Naturally proactive and able to anticipate household needs before they become urgent
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable creating systems and routines
• Skilled at managing many moving pieces while maintaining a clear big-picture view
• Takes ownership and follows through independently
• Comfortable stepping into a household and confidently managing responsibilities
• Warm, grounded, and genuinely enjoys being around school-age children
• Able to balance structure, consistency, and flexibility with kids who have strong personalities
• Comfortable setting boundaries while maintaining a positive and encouraging relationship with children
• Emotionally aware and able to adjust based on the needs and energy of the family
• Enjoys helping children build independence and confidence through everyday responsibilities
• Interested in teaching life skills while also knowing when to simply get things done
• Comfortable collaborating with parents and adjusting systems as household needs evolve
• Confident preparing meals and comfortable taking ownership in the kitchen
• Enjoys an active lifestyle and spending time outdoors with kids
• Comfortable working in a home where family members or guests may occasionally be present
• Respectful, inclusive, and aligned with a welcoming household environment
• Experienced with school-age children, education, family assistance, household management, or similar roles

Nice To Haves

• Hours could increase significantly in summer
• Occasional Friday evening support
• Montessori-inspired approach knowledge
• Cooking in the kitchen alongside family members when they are present

Responsibilities

• School pickups and drop-offs
• Provide childcare and supervision support during parent work hours, evening commitments, and travel
• Occasional overnight childcare support during simultaneous parent travel (advance notice always provided; guest suite available)
• Kid-related transportation and errand support
• Backpack, clothing, and snack preparation
• Support kids with organization, routines, and daily responsibilities while continuing to foster independence and confidence
• Help kids prepare for travel, activities, and school routines through planning, organization, and life skills support
• Support school lunch preparation routines with the kids the night before
• Plan the weekly meal calendar on Fridays with a check-in on Mondays as part of an ongoing routine
• Prepare 2 to 3 dinners per week; able to take a meal from start to finish independently
• Prep healthy snacks, washed and chopped fruits and vegetables, and ready-to-grab items for after school
• Grocery shopping and kitchen clean-up and maintenance
• Create and maintain household organization systems
• Daily resets and prep home before the cleaning team arrives
• Light tidying including dishes, surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas
• Seasonal clothing, decor, and bedding swaps
• Coordinate donation drop-offs
• Indoor plant care as needed
• Holiday and guest prep on an ad hoc basis
• Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, and other routine maintenance items
• Wash, fold, and organize laundry for the whole family
• Linen rotation
• Ironing, steaming, and special garment care
• Maintain tidy and well-stocked laundry areas
• Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies
• Manage running supply lists and household orders across subscriptions (Amazon, Instacart, Hungry Root, and others)
• Audit and manage active subscriptions to avoid unnecessary charges
• Handle returns, dry cleaning, and package intake
• Break down boxes and manage trash and recycling
• Weekly fridge clean-out
• Deep organizational projects including storage closets, basement areas, gear, and accumulated mail filing
• Refresh garage, mudroom, and entryway areas as needed
• Let the dog outside and provide feeding as needed while present
• Maintain pet supplies
• Schedule and coordinate routine maintenance for family vehicles (oil changes, etc.)
• Fuel, clean, and organize family vehicles as needed
• Oversee cleaning team and any contractors or service providers
• Manage outdoor spaces and prepare areas for family use (e.g., clearing the back porch before a weekend gathering)
• Seasonal outdoor projects as they arise
• Maintain visibility into and add appointments to the family calendar, including sports schedules and weekly activities
• Support travel logistics coordination for family members, particularly the kids
• Occasional housesitting or petsitting as needed

Benefits

• Guest suite available for overnight stays