House Manager / Family Assistant

House Manager / Family Assistant

Babylon, NY 11702

Employment Type: Full-time | 30–40 hours per week (guaranteed 30 hours)

Schedule: Tuesday - Thursday, 7:00am - 8:30am | Monday - Friday, 1:00-6:00pm | Flexibility for additional morning coverage with advance notice

Compensation: $35–$45 per hour, depending on experience | PTO | Paid Holidays

Start Date: ASAP

Requirements

- Maintain a smoke-free environment.
- Fragrance-free or minimal-fragrance products strongly preferred.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Reliable personal transportation required.
- Ability to navigate multiple flights of stairs throughout the day.
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

About Our Family

We're a busy, warm, and fun family of five living in the suburbs of Manhattan, with two working parents with demanding careers, three active kids, and a sweet golden retriever who all keep life full and moving fast. Both parents commute regularly, which means the home needs someone who can hold things together with confidence and care while we're away.

We have some great systems already in motion,but we need a capable, proactive partner to tackle organizational projects, help with homework, prepare meals, and keep the weekend to-do list at a minimum.We value trust, reliability, initiative, good communication, and someone who sincerely enjoys becoming an important part of a family’s day-to-day life.

Who You Are / What We're Looking For

The right person for this role is someone who is warm, grounded, and self-directed. You don't need to be told what needs to be done — you notice it and handle it. You're punctual, a strong communicator, and someone who understands what it means to be trusted inside a family's home.

You are energized by the potential for systems and order where there may be chaos. You're comfortable around kids of different ages, can engage them naturally, and know how to strike the right balance between nurturing and structured. You bring a positive, can-do energy and understand that this role requires flexibility, trustworthiness, and a genuine investment in the family's wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

Family Support

- Provide morning support, ensuring children are out the door and on the bus safely
- Provide afternoon supervision and homework support for all three children
- Transport children to and from afterschool activities, approximately 3 days a week
- Provide occasional date night babysitting (approximately once per month)
- Handle kid-related errands, including birthday party gifts, school supply runs, and school activities prep
- Transport children to maintenance medical appointments (i.e. orthodontist & dentist)
- Monitor the family calendar for upcoming events and school activities

Household Organization & Maintenance

- Organize the home from top to bottom, including the pantry, mudroom, drop zone, basement, and closets
- Establish and maintain household organization systems throughout
- Swap children’s clothing seasonally
- Tidy daily between biweekly house cleaner visits, including dishes, surfaces, and high-traffic areas
- Reset high-traffic “drop zones” daily
- Coordinate donation drop-offs and manage ongoing hand-me-down circulation
- Monitor the family calendar and proactively plan for school events, activities, and appointments

Meal Support

- Cook 2-3 full dinners per week
- Prepare filling & nutritious after-school snacks for children
- Manage grocery needs — either maintaining delivery service or shopping in person, based on preference
- Clean out the fridge as part of the weekly meal prep routine
- Clean the kitchen after meal prep

Laundry & Linens

- Complete household laundry, including washing, folding, and organizing
- Rotate linens and towels weekly
- Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area

Inventory & Errands

- Maintain a running household supply list and flag low-stock items
- Restock pantry and household essentials as needed
- Shop for gifts as needed, including birthday party and teacher gifts
- Handle all package returns, including library returns
- Break down and recycle package boxes

Pet Care

- Walk the family dog in the morning
- Let the dog out throughout the day

Vehicle Upkeep

- Clean out the family vehicle weekly
- Coordinate car washes
- Fuel the family vehicle as needed
- Use the family vehicle for errands (no personal mileage reimbursement required)

Vendor & Property Oversight

- Research and gather quotes for home repairs and contractors as needed

How to Apply

Please submit a short intro letter telling us a bit about yourself and why this role is a great fit, an updated resume, and 3 professional references with current contact information. Please note: this role requires a background check.

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