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About the Role

This role seeks an individual who brings warmth, positivity, and genuine kindness, acting as a team player eager to contribute to the household. The ideal candidate possesses sharp situational awareness, excellent instincts, and the ability to read a household's energy. They are self-directed, organized, and detail-oriented, with strong executive function and a project manager mentality, capable of identifying and executing tasks without constant oversight. This includes managing laundry, grocery shopping, meal prep, home resets, and calendar support. The role requires high emotional intelligence, non-judgmental communication, and an understanding of professional boundaries while being present and engaged. Flexibility, proactivity, and a natural affinity for children, understanding their need for consistency and kindness, are essential. The individual takes pride in their work, is proactive without being intrusive, and enjoys being an integral part of a busy family's life.

Responsibilities

Perform daily home resets and prepare for cleaners
Conduct light tidying, including dishes, surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas
Create and maintain household organization systems
Execute seasonal clothing swaps and organization for children
Manage seasonal decor and bedding swaps
Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
Assist with event, holiday, and guest preparation occasionally
Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, and charge devices
Provide indoor plant care
Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies, prioritizing grocery management
Manage running household supply lists
Handle returns, dry cleaning, and gift shopping
Process mail and packages, including breaking down boxes
Wash, fold, and organize laundry
Perform ironing, steaming, and special garment care
Manage kid linen rotation
Maintain tidy and well-stocked laundry areas
Prepare three healthy dinners per week (chopped ingredients, marinating protein, cooking instructions)
Prepare kids' lunches daily
Prepare healthy snacks for kids (washing, cutting, storing fruits and veggies)
Conduct grocery shopping following dietary needs and preferences (nut allergy, kid-friendly, healthy)
Perform kitchen cleanup and maintenance
Provide school pickups and drop-offs as needed
Offer light supervision and backup childcare
Provide date night coverage once per week
Prepare backpacks, clothing, snacks, and lunches for kids
Run kid-related errands
Maintain awareness of family calendar and household schedules
Provide reminders to family members
Assist with event and appointment coordination occasionally
Track receipts and budgets for house manager expenses
Maintain pet supplies for the family dog
Oversee cleaners for occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards)
Refresh mudroom and entryway
Clean humidifiers and air purifiers
Execute organizational projects (toys, gear, kids' rooms)
Oversee cleaners and vendors when at the house

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment
Possess reliable transportation
Have current general vaccinations
CPR and First Aid certification preferred
Comfort with and affinity for dogs
Background check required

Skills

Situational awareness
Organizational skills
Detail-oriented
Executive function
Project management
Emotional intelligence
Communication skills
Flexibility
Proactivity
Teamwork
Kindness
Self-direction

Location

Brooklyn, NY 11238

Work Type

Part-time
15-20 hours per week
15 hours guaranteed
3-5 days per week
Afternoon coverage preferred
One evening per week
Weekdays only

Salary/Compensations

$32-38/hour

About the Company

We are a lively Brooklyn family of four, raising two energetic daughters while managing demanding careers. One parent primarily works from home with occasional business travel, while the other commutes to the office a few days a week. Our home includes a spirited 10-year-old dog. Our household operates on collaboration, flexibility, and the belief that those who support us are true partners. We do not micromanage; our focus is on achieving an organized, peaceful home. We prioritize treating people well, communicating openly, and building relationships based on mutual respect and ease.