Household Manager & Family Assistant (with Childcare & Meal Prep Support)

Household Manager & Family Assistant (With Meal Prep Support)

Location: Washington, DC 20015

Employment Type: Part-time (22-28 hours per week/24 hours guaranteed)

Schedule:

• Tuesday: 12-8 p.m.
• Wednesday and Thursday: 1-9 p.m.

Compensation: $30-35 per hour based on experience

Start Date: August 17, 2026

Requirements:

• Maintain a smoke-free environment
• Reliable, personal transportation with a clean driving record
• Meal prep support
• Comfortable around animals (we have two friendly cats)
• Comfortable utilizing household management technology and calendar systems (e.g., Skylight)

About Our Family:

We are an active, health-focused family with two children, ages 8 and 11, who love sports and outdoor activities. With both parents working demanding professional roles and the kids involved in multiple year-round sports, our household runs on structure and systems. We have thoughtful organizational systems in place that keep things running smoothly and would appreciate the support to help us maintain that.

Our family values clear communication, reliability, and treating household help as key members of our team. We spend a lot of time outside, prioritize healthy eating, and maintain an active lifestyle. Our two indoor cats are low-maintenance companions who complete the household. We are looking for someone who can become a trusted, consistent presence in our daily routines.

Who You Are / What We're Looking For:

You are organized, reliable, and thrive on structure. You communicate clearly, follow systems with precision, and take pride in going above and beyond in everything you do. You're a positive role model who enjoys spending time with school-age children and has the energy to keep up with an active family. You're empathetic, thoughtful, and career-driven, viewing this role as an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Most importantly, you are consistent and dependable, someone who sticks to schedules and can be counted on when it matters most.

You are someone who can manage and calm the afternoon chaos! The afternoon (2-8 p.m. window) is the most critical time for family support where we need the most help. You are someone who is comfortable in the kitchen and can manage meal prep, along with evening drop offs and pick ups as needed. You are someone who is detail oriented and can help keep up with daily tidying and all laundry for the family. Ideally, we are looking for an individual who thrives in a busy environment and can be someone we depend on to make our evenings easier and keep our home more organized.

Key Responsibilities:

Family Support & Child Assistance

• Manage pick-ups and drop-offs for school, sports practices and activities
• Prepare backpacks, sports bags, lunchboxes, and water bottles
• Reset sports equipment and organize closets after practice
• Assist with coordination of complex sports schedules involving multiple locations
• Manage school drop-offs twice a week

Meal Planning Prep & Support

• Prepare healthy, balanced, protein-forward dinners ready by 3:30 p.m. (Tuesday-Thursday)
• Simple, fresh meals such as chicken, tacos, and pasta
• Pack school lunches daily in bento boxes for the following day
• Assist with grocery lists and unpack deliveries
• Kitchen clean-up and maintenance after meals

Laundry & Linens

• Complete ownership of family laundry system
• Wash, fold, and organize clothing for two girls who share similar wardrobes
• Rotate linens and towels weekly
• Maintain tidy and well-stocked laundry areas

Household Organization & Maintenance

• Daily resets including making beds, cleaning up breakfast, and unloading dishwasher
• Light tidying: dishes, surfaces (including bathroom counters), and vacuuming high-traffic areas
• Prepare home for biweekly cleaning service
• Take out trash and maintain overall household order
• Vacuum cat hair from furniture several times weekly
• Scoop litter box daily

Administrative Support

• Manage and update household Skylight calendar
• Remove outdated calendar events and maintain schedule accuracy
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors when needed
• Send updates via text as needed

Inventory & Errands

• Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies as time allows
• Manage household lists

Deep Cleaning & Special Projects

• Organize and maintain fridge cleanliness
• Rotate expired food and manage leftovers

Event & Travel Prep

• Prepare home for guests and holidays
• Coordinate outdoor furniture setup and supply runs
• Ensure laundry is complete before family travel

How to Apply:

Please submit the following:

• A brief cover letter explaining why you'd be a good fit for this role
• Your updated resume
• At least 3 professional references with their contact information

Please Note: This role requires a background check.

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