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Job Title: Household Manager & Family Assistant

Location: Washington, DC 20016

Employment Type: Part-time (15-20 hours/week)

Schedule: Monday-Wednesday, flexible mid-morning to late afternoon

Compensation: $30-35/hour (based on experience)

Start Date: ASAP

• Maintain a smoke-free environment
• Experience working with children
• Experienced swimmer a plus

We are a lively and fun-loving family that values making the most of our time together while keeping our home organized and running smoothly. Our kids (ages 7 & 11) are energetic and full of personality. We believe in creating a home that is warm, welcoming, and stress-free so we can focus on what matters most: enjoying each other's company. Meal prep plays a key role in our daily routine, helping us stay on track and ensure that healthy, easy meals are always ready to go. Our apartment building offers concierge services for some tasks, but we need someone who can help us with everything else-from keeping the home organized and tidy to ensuring the kids are well taken care of after school. We're looking for a self-starter who is not just capable but enthusiastic about being part of our dynamic household. If you thrive in a family-oriented, flexible environment and enjoy helping others stay on top of everything, this is the perfect role for you!

We're looking for someone proactive, organized, and highly detail-oriented who can jump right in and take ownership of keeping our home running like a well-oiled machine. You masterfully create systems that allow us to focus on what we love, like spending time with the kids or enjoying a quiet evening together. Your ability to anticipate needs before they arise will be key-whether it's organizing and labeling or prepping school lunches, you'll be ready to tackle it all without being prompted.

We need someone with a project manager mentality, able to handle everything from laundry to meal prep, all while maintaining a positive, calm, and friendly energy in the home. You'll be patient and kind with the kids, engaging them in a way that is both fun and educational. A background in teaching, child development, or similar areas where patience and thoughtfulness are key would be a huge bonus. You'll bring your professional services mindset to the table, helping us streamline our home, and creating an environment where we can focus on family time, not logistics. Your sense of humor and positive attitude will fit right in with our easygoing family vibe, and your excellent communication skills will ensure we're all on the same page. If you're someone who loves being organized, is self-directed, and takes pride in getting things done, we can't wait to meet you!

With this role, you'll have the chance to be a valuable part of a family that truly appreciates your contributions and trusts you to keep things running smoothly. If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact and enjoy the flexibility of a family environment, this is it!

• Create and maintain organization systems across closets, pantry, storage, and shared spaces
• Implement kid-friendly systems that encourage independence and participation
• Reset and tidy rooms daily; prepare home for cleaning services
• Manage seasonal clothing swaps and maintain children's clothing inventory
• Coordinate donations and organize household transitions
• Support packing and preparation for travel or activities
• Light plant care and general household upkeep

• Plan and prepare healthy, kid-friendly meals and snacks (whole foods)
• Prepare school lunches 2-3 times per week
• Cook dinner 2-3 times per week when children are home
• Support meal planning for the week, including light prep for upcoming days
• Follow guidance by nutritionist to ensure nutrition-focused meals and family preferences
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization after meal prep

• Track and restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies
• Manage household shopping lists and place orders (Amazon, groceries, etc.)
• Run errands including groceries, returns, and general household needs
• Handle packages and deliveries as needed

• Fold and organize family laundry (client will handle washing).
• Iron linens as needed and manage the family's laundry inventory.
• Coordinate clothing needs across two households (monitoring sizes, replacements, etc.).

• Provide light supervision, playtime, and backup childcare as needed.
• Occasionally assist with school pickups and drop-offs (children typically take the bus).
• Organize backpacks, clothing, and snacks for school activities.
• Help maintain awareness of schedules and upcoming needs.

• Assist with maintaining cleanliness and organization of the family vehicle as needed
• Support scheduling of maintenance when requested

• Assist with occasional deep cleaning projects (fridge, organization resets, etc.)
• Lead organizational projects such as toy systems and rotation, storage updates, and seasonal transitions, gear maintenance (skiing)

• Occasional help with travel planning, scheduling, and logistics
• Awareness of and access to family calendars and reminders
• Sorting through mail and flagging important items

If you're interested in this role, please send a brief introduction letter explaining why you're a great fit, your updated resume, and three professional references with contact information.

This role requires a background check.