House Manager and Family Assistant

House Manager and Family Assistant

Location: Cottleville, Missouri 63304

Employment Type: Part-time, 2025 hours per week

Compensation: $30$35 per hour

Start Date: Mid-August (ASAP preferred to allow time to meet the family and learn the household flow before the school year begins)

Schedule:

• Monday and Tuesday: 8 hour shifts beginning at either 9:00 or 10:00 AM (flexible for candidate's preference)
• Alternating Weekly Schedule
• Week A, three shifts: Wednesday or Thursday (approximately 8 hours)
• Week B, four shifts: Friday late afternoon (4 hours) and Saturday (4 hours)

The family is looking for someone who is generally flexible if an occasional adjustment is needed (for example, moving a Wednesday shift to a Thursday with advance notice). However, the expectation is that the regular schedule will follow this consistent two-week rotation.

If you're excited about the opportunity but have a minor scheduling conflict, we still encourage you to apply. The family is open to discussing schedule adjustments for an exceptional long-term fit.

Requirements

• Reliable personal transportation and valid driver's license (mileage reimbursement provided)
• Clean driving record
• Comfortable with and knowledgeable around large dogs
• Experience working with children on the autism spectrum, in a professional or personal capacity
• CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to obtain prior to start
• Maintain a smoke-free environment
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

About Our Family

We are a busy, warm, and driven family anchored by a working entrepreneur and three kids, each at a distinct age and stage. Our home is full of energy, movement, and heart. Our week is shaped by school schedules, after-school pickups, competitive youth sports with travel, doctor's appointments, and a mom who is deeply committed to both her professional work and her personal and family's wellbeing. The days are a mix of back-to-back calls and creative problem-solving, often interrupted by the very real logistics of raising three children.

We are a co-parenting family, and the children divide their time between Mom's home and their dad's home, who lives locally. This role will support Mom and the household routines within her home, following a consistent A/B schedule that aligns with the children's custody arrangement. While the routine is generally predictable, there may occasionally be minor schedule adjustments with advance notice due to Dad's commitments. We value someone who can embrace that rhythm with flexibility and confidence.

The energy in our home is social and warm, and we genuinely care about the people who are part of our world. At the same time, we need a household partner who can read the room, respect focused work time, and take initiative without needing constant direction.

We have a two-year-old Goldendoodle who is friendly, energetic, and about 70 pounds. He is a big part of the household, and comfort with large, exuberant dogs is a genuine must.

Who You Are

You are the kind of person who walks into a home, scans the room, and is already three steps ahead before anyone has said a word. You notice the laundry sitting in the dryer, the soccer uniform that needs to be found, the plant that hasn't been watered in weeks, and the calendar appointment that got buried under a busy Tuesday. You take action, you solve problems quietly, and you bring calm to a household that runs fast.

You are patient, kind, and intuitive, especially when it comes to children. You understand that intricacies of supporting a child with specific needs and routines that require consistency, predictability, and a genuinely warm presence. You do not need to be told twice, and you do not need to be micromanaged. You stay a step ahead, check in when needed, and can see the vision of what a household needs to be running smoothly and effectively.

You thrive on variety and take pride in helping a household run smoothly. You're the kind of person who can step in, take ownership, and meaningfully lighten a family's mental load. Calm, observant, and dependable, you're naturally good at reading the room, knowing when to take initiative, and staying focused on what needs to get done.

Key Responsibilities

Family Support

• Oversee afternoon school pickups on core days, including coordinating multiple school schedules
• Provide light supervision and backup childcare during afternoon and evening hours
• Support after-school routines, including daily needs and transitions, with patience and an understanding of each child's preferences
• Accompany or drive children to practices, therapy appointments, tutoring, and other kid-related activities
• Provide rotating Saturday support based on the family's custody schedule
• Provide evening childcare support as needed

Household Organization & Maintenance

• Complete daily resets by tidying surfaces, dishes, common areas, and lightly vacuuming high-traffic spaces
• Prepare the home ahead of biweekly cleaners
• Create and maintain household organization systems, bringing fresh ideas and solutions
• Organize ongoing hotspot areas, including kids' closets, the linen closet, and other spaces needing structure
• Manage seasonal clothing, decor and bedding rotations, including sorting and preparing donations
• Coordinate donation by organizing and preparing items for the family
• Assist with holiday hosting preparation
• Pack and unpack for family travel and summer camps
• Care for indoor plants and water outdoor areas not covered by the irrigation system

Laundry & Linens

• Manage full-cycle laundry for the entire household, from hamper to folded and put away (high priority)
• Iron and steam garments as needed
• Rotate kids' sheets and towels
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked laundry area

Meal Support

• Prepare ingredients and chop produce for 23 dinners per week so meals are ready to cook
• Pick up last-minute grocery items as needed
• Clean the kitchen and load/unload dishwasher as needed

Inventory & Errands

• Restock the pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies
• Manage household inventory lists and recurring subscriptions (Amazon, Costco, Target)
• Handle dry cleaning drop-off and pickup
• Complete returns and occasional gift shopping
• Breakdown boxes and other packaging as needed

Pet Care

• Let the dog in and out throughout the day, especially when the family is away
• Monitor pet supply levels as part of the household inventory routine
• Provide light care and general oversight for the family dog during the workday

Vehicle Upkeep

• Coordinate occasional family vehicle drop-offs for interior and exterior car washes
• Refuel the family vehicle as needed

Deep Cleaning & Special Projects

• Complete seasonal deep cleaning tasks, including cleaning the refrigerator, baseboards, and maintaining air purifiers and humidifiers
• Assist with garage organization projects as time allows
• Track seasonal home maintenance needs, including irrigation shutoff scheduling and HVAC filter changes

Administrative & Calendar Support

• Conduct a Monday morning check-in to review the week's school schedules, appointments, and family commitments
• Monitor family calendars proactively, flagging school closures, early dismissals, teacher appreciation events, and other important dates
• Support light scheduling coordination across personal and business commitments
• Serve as the primary point of contact for house