Household Manager & Family Assistant (With Childcare Support)

Household Manager & Family Assistant (With Childcare Support)Location: Washington, DC 20011Employment Type: Part-time | Approximately 10 hours per weekSchedule: Core hours of 5–9 PM, two week-nights per week (preference for Tuesday and Thursday but also open to Monday and Friday) with approximately 2 additional flexible hours per week.Compensation: $32-35/hourStart Date: ASAPRequirementsMaintain a smoke-free environmentMust be authorized to work in the United StatesReliable transportation required - does not have to be a personal vehicleAbility to navigate multiple flights of stairs throughout the dayCPR and First Aid certification preferredAbout Our FamilyWe are a warm, creative, and intentional household rooted in a mix of calm, grounded time together with a little silliness thrown in! Our home is a minimalist space — we value tidiness, thoughtful organization, and an environment free of clutter. However, we also love to spend time playing, laughing, and just enjoying life.Our household is anchored by a busy, entrepreneurial mom who runs a writing studio and maintains a professional practice. With two energetic little ones at the center of our world, we need someone who can step in and genuinely hold things together — not just check boxes.Life here moves at a purposeful pace: our days are full, our home is loved, and we take genuine pride in the spaces we keep. The right person will blend into our rhythm naturally, keeping the house humming so that evenings feel peaceful and the week feels manageable.Who You Are / What We're Looking ForYou are warm, playful, and sincerely enjoy being around young children — the kind of person whose arrival at pickup makes the kids light up. You are naturally tidy and instinctively reset a space. You are organized, self-directed, and bring a calm confidence to whatever you take on.You are polite and professional in your communication — you do not need to fill silence with conversation, and you are comfortable working independently without ongoing direction. You show up as a reliable, grounded presence. You have a knack for small, thoughtful touches that go beyond the task list — a beautifully plated snack, a freshly tidied counter, a moment of delight for a toddler. You see the glass half full and share that positivity with everyone around you.On an average day, we will need help in the evenings: picking the kids up from school/daycare, taking care of some light meal prep, laundry, and ad-hoc errands and tasks while mom helps the kids with their evening and night-time routine. On occasion, we may ask for you to flex the schedule to account for a vendor coming in, an event to prepare for, or to take on more direct childcare.Key ResponsibilitiesFamily Support & Child AssistanceSchool/daycare pickups for both childrenDirectly supervise and actively engage with young children after pickupPrepare after-school snacks and/or serve children dinner after pickupOccasional bedtime coverage as neededHousehold Organization & MaintenanceMaintain household organization systemsDaily tidying and resets, with particular focus on the kitchen counter and surfacesPrepare the home for bi-weekly cleanersAssist with event prep as neededIndoor plant careLaundry & Linen CareFull laundry cycle for all household members, including washing, folding, and putting awayLinen rotation as neededIroning and steaming of special garments as neededMeal SupportPrep simple meals (mason jar salads, crock pot dishes)Light fridge maintenance (remove old leftovers, keep tidy)Help put groceries awayKitchen clean-up after useFollow dietary needs, noting a peanut and cashew allergy in the homeInventory & ErrandsDrop off returns as neededAssist with running household supply listOccasional supply runs to the family's associated office spacesMail and package handling; breakdown and removal of boxesAdministrative & Personal Assistant SupportAssist with event and appointment schedulingResearch activities and events for family participationRead and summarize school/daycare communications as neededVerify and follow up on bills and payments as neededVendor & Property OversightOversee cleaners/contractors/landscapers as neededResearch/coordinate repairs and quotes as neededManage outdoor spacesVehicle ManagementSchedule maintenance as neededFueling/cleaning/organizing vehicles as neededHow to ApplyPlease submit a short intro letter, an updated resume, and 3 professional references with contact information.Please note: this role requires a background check.When you apply with Sage Haus, you'll also be added to our candidate community email list so we can share hiring updates, resources, and opportunities. Don't worry — you can unsubscribe at any time if it's not for you.