Family Assistant & House Manager

Family Assistant & House Manager

Location: San Francisco, CA 94122

Employment Type: Part-Time | 20 hours per week (with potential for increased hours based on experience and family needs)

Schedule:

• Monday through Wednesday, approximately 12:00 PM to 5:30 PM
• Thursday evening availability for childcare (between 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM)
• Flexibility for occasional evenings and weekends as needed

Compensation: $40–$45 per hour, based on experience, monthly cell phone stipend & parking permit included

Start Date: ASAP

Requirements

• Maintain a smoke-free and fragrance-free environment
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Reliable transportation required; a family vehicle is available and preferred for use with children (car seats)
• Clean driving record and a safe, responsible driver
• Up-to-date vaccinations required (general, COVID, and flu)
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred

About Our Family

We're a family of four based in San Francisco's Inner Sunset neighborhood. Both parents work full-time in the startup world, which means our home runs best when someone is keeping the wheels turning behind the scenes. We have two energetic boys in school (ages: 4 & 7) - they're enthusiastic, playful, and always moving. Between school pickups, swim, soccer, karate, and weekend adventures on the water or at the farmers market, life is full and we love it that way.

Our days are full and dynamic, and we value a home environment that feels grounded, thoughtful, and well cared for. We use a shared Google Calendar to manage household logistics, and we believe in using and maintaining systems that actually work. We've had wonderful household support in the past and know firsthand how transformative the right person can be. We're looking for someone who brings that same level of ownership, experience, and genuine investment to our home. We love our household to feel calm, organized, and ready - and we want someone who takes pride in making that happen without being asked twice. We're looking for someone to complement the daily rhythm of our home and support our day-to-day so that we can have more time as a family.

Who You Are / What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is experienced, mature, and genuinely proactive - someone who notices what needs to happen before being asked and takes initiative with confidence. You're a systems thinker who enjoys creating order in a busy family household, and you can step into a moving environment without needing everything spelled out for you. You're tech-savvy and comfortable working with shared digital tools like Google Calendar, and willing to help maintain the systems that keep everyone on track.

Kind communication is your go-to while still being clear and direct. You ask great questions, and follow through reliably. You're organized, detail-oriented, and able to balance the big picture with the small details that make daily life feel easier. You can prioritize in real time, pivot when plans change, and stay calm and capable when the day gets busy.

You're completely at ease around active, high-energy kids and bring warmth, patience, and consistency in your interactions with them. Playful connection with kids is natural to you and you're willing to get outside, play pretend and encourage their imagination. You enjoy being part of the rhythm of family life while also understanding where to step in, where to take ownership, and where to support from behind the scenes. Dependability and flexibility are something you pride yourself on and when the family needs you, you bring a grounded, can-do presence to the home.

You may also bring an eye for design, and can pitch in on light research tasks, sourcing camps and activities for the kids, comparing household products, or helping find thoughtful solutions for the home. Carrying yourself with professionalism, you take pride in your work, and genuinely enjoy supporting a family that values your contribution. The right person will feel invested in helping the household run smoothly and will find satisfaction in making things feel organized, calm, and well cared for.

Key Responsibilities

Family Support

• Support school pickups (typically at 3:00–3:30 PM; after-school activities may extend to 4:30 PM)
• Supervision and backup childcare as needed
• Thursday evening childcare support for date night 
• Prep backpacks, clothing, and snacks for school days
• Look ahead to ensure sports uniforms are ready for practice and game days
• Support with packing/unpacking and preparing for family travel

Household Organization & Maintenance

• Create and maintain household organization systems
• Daily resets to keep the home tidy and prepared for the biweekly cleaner
• Light tidying: dishes, surfaces, trash disposal, and high-traffic areas
• Seasonal swaps for holiday décor, as needed
• Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
• Event, holiday, and guest prep, as needed
• Change batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detector batteries as needed
• Spot painting walls and general touch-ups as needed

Laundry & Linens

• Wash, fold, and put away laundry
• Ironing, steaming, and special garment care as needed
• Linen rotation for children's rooms
• Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area

Inventory & Errands

• Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies
• Manage running household supply lists
• Handle returns, dry cleaning, and occasional gift shopping
• Mail and package handling
• Break down boxes for recycling

Meal Support

• Unload grocery deliveries and wash/prep fruits and vegetables
• Prep healthy snacks for the kids
• Kitchen clean-up and general maintenance
• Minimize food waste and support fridge organization

Vehicle Upkeep

• Take the family vehicle to the car wash and handle light interior cleaning
• Restock car essentials (wipes, tissues, water bottles, extra clothes)
• Refuel the family vehicle as needed
• Schedule regular maintenance (oil changes, tire rotations)

Deep Cleaning & Special Projects

• Occasional deep cleans: fridge, oven, baseboards
• Refresh garage, mudroom, and entryway
• Clean humidifiers and air purifiers
• Organizational projects for toys, gear, and kids' spaces

Administrative & Personal Assistant Support

• Manage and update the shared household Google Calendar
• Support travel planning and logistics
• Research and coordinate kids' activity enrollment and scheduling
• Event and appointment coordination
• Oversee vendor coordination: research repairs, gather quotes, and manage seasonal property maintenance, as needed
• Manage outdoor spaces: pick up toys, organize outdoor items

How to Apply

Please submit the following to be considered for this role:

• A short intro letter telling us about yourself and why this role is a great fit
• An updated resume
• Three professional references with names, relationships, and contact information

Please note: this role requires a background check.

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