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About the Role

We are a busy, active family seeking a reliable and organized Household Manager & Family Assistant to provide support with childcare and household management. The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who can create and maintain household systems, ensuring a calm and organized environment. This role is crucial for managing the late afternoon and evening routine, making it feel manageable for a family with demanding jobs.

Responsibilities

Perform daily daycare pickup.
Provide occasional drop-off support.
Offer light supervision and backup childcare during overlap hours.
Prepare backpacks, clothing, and snacks for daycare.
Run kid-related errands as needed.
Provide date night coverage 1-2 times per month.
Offer extended childcare during parental travel (separate rate).
Build and maintain household organization systems.
Perform daily reset tasks including dishes, surfaces, toy pickup, and vacuuming high-traffic areas.
Prepare the home for cleaning visits and oversee the cleaning vendor.
Manage seasonal swaps for clothing, bedding, and decor.
Coordinate donation drop-offs.
Perform occasional light guest preparation for family visits.
Care for indoor plants.
Perform routine upkeep such as changing batteries and light bulbs.
Prep a healthy dinner for the toddler each evening.
Provide meal prep support for parents 1-2 times per week.
Wash, cut, and portion fresh fruit and vegetables.
Prep and wash water bottles and feeding supplies daily.
Follow household dietary preferences.
Perform grocery shopping as needed.
Wash, fold, and organize family laundry weekly.
Manage linen washing and rotation, including toddler bedding.
Care for special garments.
Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area.
Manage a running household supply list and restock as needed.
Contribute to managing household orders and subscriptions.
Run ad hoc errands such as returns and dry cleaning.
Handle incoming mail and packages.
Feed cats and refill water daily.
Perform litter box maintenance.
Administer pet medication.
Maintain pet supply inventory.
Provide cat sitting as needed when parents travel (separate rate).
Refresh and maintain garage, mudroom/entry, and kitchen drop zone.
Undertake organizational projects throughout the home.
Oversee periodic deep cleaning efforts.
Track and schedule routine family vehicle maintenance.
Perform occasional fueling, light cleaning, and organizing of the family vehicle.
Coordinate and oversee house cleaning teams and other vendors.
Research and coordinate vendor quotes and repair appointments.
Perform seasonal outdoor maintenance.
Maintain awareness of the family calendar.
Track receipts and expenses incurred in the role.
Coordinate events and appointments as needed.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Reliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided.
Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Fragrance-free preferred.
General vaccinations current.
CPR and First Aid certified, or willingness to obtain prior to start.
Prior experience in a household, family assistant, or comparable role preferred.
Must pass a background check.

Skills

Organization
System building
Proactive initiative
Childcare
Meal preparation
Household management
Time management
Reliability
Trustworthiness
Communication
Adaptability
Problem-solving
Vendor management
Pet care

Location

Pleasantville, NY 10570

Work Type

Part-Time
15-20 hours per week

Experience Level

Prior experience in a household, family assistant, or comparable role preferred

Education Level

CPR and First Aid certified

Salary/Compensations

$35-$40 per hour

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement provided
Flexibility for occasional cat sitting or weekend childcare is a bonus
Flexibility for extended child care when parents travel (separate rate)
Cat sitting as needed when parents travel (separate rate)

About the Company

We are a busy, active family of three living in Pleasantville, NY, with two cats. Both parents hold demanding full-time jobs and commute into the city most weekdays. Our toddler thrives in an imaginative, screen-free environment. We value being outside and keeping weekends casual. We are open-minded, collaborative, and ready to hand over the reins to someone who genuinely cares about building a well-functioning home with us.