Family Assistant
- $75,000 to $100,000 Yearly
- Full-Time
SUMMARY:
We are seeking a responsible Family Assistant whose primary responsibilities will include (but are not limited to) family management, property management, childcare, and personal event service. An ideal candidate should be forward-thinking, have great attention to detail, can work under pressure, have a flexible schedule, and be willing to wear multiple hats. It is essential to be quick-thinking to prevent or solve any issues that may arise.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
Personal/Household Assistant:
- Manage Family’s personal calendar to ensure Principals are up to date with high priority events. - Birthday’s, weddings, medical appointments, etc.
- Answer and make phone calls on behalf of the family: Schedule/cancel personal appointments, create travel itineraries, and prepare logistic documents.
- Accompany family to trips, outside events, activities, and appointments.
- Maintain a product list for home and personal items, including sourcing information. - Keep an inventory of personal items and restock as needed.
- Purchase gifts, develop and maintain gift tracker, and review and audit receipts.
- Good organizational skills to maintain closet systems, and toiletries.
- Provide driving services to the principal and their family as needed.
- Meet vendors or contractors as needed for upkeep of the home.
Nanny/Housekeeping:
- Work closely with the children's parents to aid and assist with childcare whenever necessary.
- Carefully research and propose age-appropriate local activities and resources, register attendance, and accompany children to activities.
- Able to transport children to and from play dates, outings, classes, etc.
- Assist children with homework and school projects in an interesting, engaging manner.
- Liaise with children’s schools, track, and report to parents on school progress.
- Develop children’s independence; help them be self-motivated, and guide them in etiquette and manners.
- Develop and implement a sanitation schedule of toys, surfaces, handles, etc.
- Engage activities at home, scheduled outings, themed weekends, etc.
- Ensure the children’s timetable is adequate and allows for the day to run smoothly.
- Able to prepare fresh and healthy snacks.
- Cook breakfast and meals for children and the family as needed.
- Some light housekeeping
- Managing housekeeper schedule and any grounds schedule
- Assist with pets, including feeding, toileting, and pet sitting if needed.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Flexible schedule with weekend and holiday availability.
- Proven experience working as a personal assistant is required.
- Experienced working with preschool and school-aged children is preferred.
- Must be able to build a positive rapport with children. Intuitive to the needs of the children.
- Willing to travel with family both internationally and domestically.
- Highly organized, detailed oriented, proactive, excellent time management skills, and service minded.
- Attentive to Principals' preferences and style. Can take directions and accept feedback.
- Well-groomed, professional, active
- Reliable and punctual. Long-term intent only.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to multitask.
- Bi-Lingual – English and Spanish a must.
- Creative, energetic, positive, happy, compassionate, and calm under pressure.
- Resourceful and takes initiative to follow through and complete tasks timely. Willing to assist with the day-to-day functioning of a busy family and household.
Benefits:
- Negotiable
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift but must be flexible
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Address
Private Employer
Dallas, TXIndustry
Government
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