House Manager & Family Assistant

Job Title: House Manager & Family Assistant

Location: Hilliard, OH

Employment Type: Part-time (15 hours/week, 2-3 days)

Proposed Start Date: May 1

Compensation: $25–30/hour, based on experience

Proposed Schedule: 2–3 flexible daytime shifts per week. Ideally, two afternoons per week extending through daycare pickup (around 5:00 PM, typically ending by 5:30 PM). The family is also open to adjusting the schedule to include daycare drop-off 1–2 mornings per week (around 7:00 AM) if preferred.

Requirements:

• Maintain a smoke-free environment
• Reliable transportation – this position requires transporting children (car seats will be provided)
• Ability to work independently and proactively
• Up-to-date flu vaccination
• Experience working in a home with and transporting children
• Familiarity with children with ADHD or sensory sensitivities preferred

About Our Family

We are a busy family of five, with three young children (ages 6, 4, and 1), and both parents working full-time in demanding roles outside the home. Our older two are in school full-time (kindergarten and preschool), while our youngest is in daycare. While we juggle the bustle of work and family life, we do our best to keep things fun, organized, and running smoothly. We’re ready to welcome consistent support to keep things flowing when life gets chaotic.

Our home is full of energy and fun, and we value creating a warm, welcoming space despite the hustle of our daily routines. We are eager to find someone reliable, proactive, and detail-oriented to help keep things in balance. While meal prep, laundry management, and regular household organization are a priority for this role, we’re looking for someone who can truly own these tasks and take them to the next level.

With three kids across two schools and two full careers, we’re looking for reliable support with transportation—primarily daycare pickup twice a week. We value structure but understand that life with young children can be unpredictable, so we’re seeking someone flexible, calm, and communicative who can help keep our home running smoothly and partner with us in a supportive, collaborative way.

Who You Are / What We’re Looking For

You are a highly reliable, detail-oriented, and organized individual who enjoys being a trusted partner in the home. You are proactive and comfortable working independently, taking ownership of responsibilities, and following through on tasks with minimal supervision. You understand that some tasks require immediate attention, while others can be managed with less urgency. You enjoy collaborating with the family, especially when it comes to meal prep, childcare routines, and managing logistics.

You understand that a calm, organized environment can have on a home, especially for children with sensory sensitivities. You’re the type of person who notices the small details that help keep a home running smoothly, from keeping things tidy to anticipating needs before they arise.

Most importantly, you have a warm, approachable demeanor and enjoy creating a nurturing and supportive atmosphere for the family, especially our children. You are flexible, collaborative, and ready to step in and step up to keep the household on track.

Key Responsibilities

Household Management & Organization

• Create and maintain organization systems for closets, pantry, toys, and other storage areas
• Reset and tidy rooms daily to maintain overall neatness, including loading/unloading the dishwasher, wiping surfaces, and vacuuming high traffic areas
• Ensure the home is prepped for monthly cleaning services
• Conduct seasonal swaps for clothing, décor, and bedding as needed
• Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs and pickups
• Reset the guest room for monthly visitors
• Coordinate with service providers/vendors and be an on-site contact for deliveries, cleaners, landscapers, etc.

Inventory Management & Errands

• Track and restock pantry, fridge, and essential household supplies
• Create and manage shared household shopping lists and manage household orders for groceries and essentials from preferred vendors (Kroger and Sam’s Club)
• Run errands such as grocery pickups, returns, dry cleaning (as needed), and gift shopping
• Handle package pickups, mail sorting, and deliveries

Meal Planning & Preparation

• Process fruits and vegetables (wash, cut, prep) for snacks and meals
• Prepare 2-3 family dinners per week
• Batch-cook two weekly breakfast options (e.g., breakfast casserole for parents, muffins for kids)
• Assist with preparing school lunches
• Shop for groceries and meal-related items, ensuring dietary restrictions are followed (gluten, egg, and peanut allergies)
• Clean kitchen post-prep and manage kitchen tidiness

Laundry & Linen Care

• Wash, dry, fold, and organize family laundry, with a focus on kids’ clothes (e.g., uniforms, bedding, towels)
• Steam and prepare outfits for both children and adults as needed
• Rotate bedding and refresh towels weekly
• Keep laundry areas tidy and well-stocked with supplies

Family Support & Child Assistance

• Provide regular daycare pickups for the youngest child (~2 days/week at 5:00 PM)
• Help with child-related laundry and errands (e.g., prepping backpacks, snacks, and school lunches)
• Provide light administrative support, including managing family calendars and reminders (e.g., school events)
• Option to provide occasional evening assistance (on average once every two months) and backup childcare for occasional school closures, if available

Deep Cleaning & Special Projects

• Create and maintain basement organization and storage
• Clean and maintain appliances such as humidifiers, garbage disposal, washing machine, and coffee machine
• Regularly clean refrigerator, wiping down shelves and removing any expired items
• Help create a cozy, festive atmosphere by organizing decorations and special touches to make the home feel inviting and magical for holidays

How to Apply:

If interested, please submit the following:

• A brief letter explaining why you would be a great fit for this position
• Your updated resume
• At least 3 professional references with contact information

Note that this role requires a background check.

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