House Manager / Family Assistant
We are a busy family of four with two children (ages 7 and 4.5), both in full-time school. We’re looking for a responsible, proactive, and organized house manager / family assistant to help with household tasks, light meal preparation, errands, and occasional after-school childcare. Our ideal candidate is patient, detail-oriented, punctual, and adaptable, with strong communication skills and the ability to take initiative.
Employment Type: Part-time (15-20 hours/week)
Proposed Start Date: ASAP
Compensation: $25-$30/hour based on experience
Requirements: Non-smoker, pass background check, has transportation
Proposed Schedule:
- Flexible hours between 9 AM - 5 PM, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
- Schedule to be determined based on family needs and availability
- Ability to adjust hours seasonally (e.g., earlier hours in summer, potential afternoon help during the school year)
- Flexibility to add more hours if desired
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Key Responsibilities:
Household Organization & Management:
- Create and maintain household organization systems (closets, pantry, storage areas, kids' belongings, etc.).
- Prepare and coordinate donations and pickups.
- Manage Amazon, Costco, Target, and other household orders.
- Oversee home projects and manage vendors/handyman services as needed.
- Help ensure the house is prepped for weekly professional cleaners.
Meal Prep & Grocery Shopping:
- Light meal preparation, including packing school lunches for the kids and meal planning for the family.
- Grocery shopping for household staples and meal prep items.
- Preference for healthy meals (one parent is gluten, dairy, and soy-free; kids eat dairy and gluten).
Errands & Household Tasks:
- Run errands such as dry cleaning, returns, gift shopping, and store pickups.
- Manage hot tub maintenance (e.g., checking salt levels, using test strips).
Laundry & Home Maintenance:
- Manage household laundry (bedding, towels, clothing).
- Light ironing and steaming as needed.
- Occasional deep cleaning and organization (fridge/freezer, storage areas).
Afterschool Childcare Support (if needed):
- Pick up children from school and assist with supervision and afterschool routines (snacks, light homework, activities).
- Ensure a smooth transition to family evening time.
- Occasional babysitting during school breaks or evenings (optional and negotiable).
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Additional Information:
- Use of family car is available for errands.
- Parents primarily work from home but value help in keeping the household running efficiently.
- Summer schedule will shift slightly as children will be in full-day camps.
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How to Apply:
If interested, please email with the following:
1. A brief letter explaining why you would be a great fit for this position.
2. Your updated resume, including three references with contact information.