Family Assistant/Housekeeper

Family Assistant / HousekeeperA private family in Scarsdale, NY, is seeking a dependable and highly organized Family Assistant / Housekeeper to help maintain the home and support the family's daily routines. The ideal candidate is calm, proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing household responsibilities with occasional childcare support. This role is primarily focused on household upkeep and organization, with approximately 20–30% of the position involving child-related assistance.Main Responsibilities:Maintain the home on a daily basis between scheduled deep cleaningsKeep common areas, bedrooms, children's rooms, and play spaces neat and organizedHandle family laundry, including washing, folding, putting clothing away, and changing linens and towelsMake beds and refresh bedrooms as neededLoad, unload, and put away dishes and maintain general kitchen tidinessAssist with light meal preparation and prepare simple family mealsPrepare and pack children's lunches, school bags, and activity itemsRestock household supplies, snacks, toiletries, paper goods, and kitchen essentialsAssist with household organization and light upkeep projectsRun simple household errands as neededDrive children to and from school, activities, appointments, and playdatesAssist with children's routines, belongings, homework preparation, and activity transitionsProvide occasional childcare support, including staying with one child while a parent attends an appointmentCommunicate with parents regarding household needs, completed tasks, and child-related updatesRemain flexible and adjust priorities as the family's needs changeCooking Requirement:Cooking is required. The candidate should be comfortable preparing simple, family-friendly meals and assisting with light meal preparation as needed.Qualifications & Required Qualities:Previous experience as a Family Assistant, Housekeeper, Nanny, or in a similar private household role.Calm, professional, and discreet demeanor.Warm, nurturing, and comfortable around children.Proactive and able to recognize what needs to be done without constant direction.Highly organized and detail-oriented.Dependable, punctual, and trustworthy.Comfortable working independently.Respectful of privacy and household boundaries.Able to maintain a quiet, calm presence in the home.Strong judgment and common sense.Comfortable driving children as needed.Able to balance household duties with child-related responsibilities.Flexible and willing to support the family wherever needed.Strong work standards and professional presentation.Valid driver's license and clean driving record.Strong professional references.Legally authorized to work in the United States.