Title: House Manager & Family Assistant
Location: New Canaan, CT 06840
Employment Type: Part-time (15-20 hours/week)
Proposed Start Date: ASAP (by February)
Compensation: $40-45/hour, based on experience
Requirements:
-Can maintain a smoke free environment
-Pass background check
-Has reliable transportation
-Very comfortable around dogs
-Can be respectful of traditional household/family values
-Experience with children and family life is a plus
-Flexibility with seasonal schedules is valued (e.g., adjusting for family travel and shifting schedules for summer camps/activities)
-Ability to provide support in a busy, fast-moving household
-Tech-savvy (calendar and app-based coordination)
About Our Family
We are a warm and active family of five with three children (ages 10, 8, and 5) who are all in school full time. We also have two beloved dogs, a 4-year-old golden retriever and a 12-year-old dachshund. Our home is lively, energetic, and anchored by a busy weekly rhythm of school, sports, and extracurricular activities. With multiple after-school activities and a spouse who travels frequently during the week, the household moves quickly and benefits from strong systems, structure, and support behind the scenes.
We’ve been fortunate to have long-term, deeply valued support in our home and hope to find someone who feels equally comfortable, trusted, and woven into the rhythm of our days. Organization, communication, and teamwork are important to us, and we appreciate someone who helps create a calm, well-run environment that allows us to focus on our children and the many moving pieces of family life.
The ideal candidate is organized, efficient, tech-savvy and a true self-starter, someone who can anticipate needs, take initiative, and support the family with day-to-day tasks behind the scenes while bringing a positive, warm, and can-do attitude. This is a long-term role, and we hope to welcome someone who will feel like part of the family.
Who You Are / What We’re Looking For
You are warm, proactive, organized, and steady- someone who enjoys supporting a family’s daily flow and takes pride in maintaining an orderly, well-functioning home. You’re a self-starter who notices what needs to be done and acts without needing step-by-step direction. You bring a positive attitude, strong time-management skills, and the ability to anticipate needs before they arise.
You enjoy being part of an active household, are comfortable around children, and can step in with light childcare or supervision as needed. You thrive in a role that blends household operations, organization, meal support, and family logistics. You communicate clearly, welcome feedback, and value a respectful, long-term working relationship. Loving dogs, appreciating tidy spaces, and being tech-savvy are all essential.
Key Responsibilities
-Meal Planning & Preparation
-Make 2-3 dinners/week–bonus for anything that’s creative and exciting to three kids; additional batch cooking, snack prep as needed
-Meal prep for lunch packing (e.g., fruit washed and cut, veggies washed and cut, etc.)
-Focus on nutritious, wellness-oriented meals and baked favorites.
-Occasionally shop for groceries and manage kitchen inventory.
-Clean kitchen post-prep and keep kitchen tidy.
Household Management & Organization
-Maintain household organization systems (e.g., closets, storage, pantry, mudroom, play areas, etc.).
-Reset and tidy rooms daily; keep house prepped for weekly cleaners.
-Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs/pick-ups (Goodwill, clothing as needed).
-Assist with unpacking from family travel and organizing seasonal gear.
-Handle daily tidying: dishwasher, wiping counters, washing family lunch boxes, unpacking backpacks, and vacuuming high-traffic areas.
-Support mom in setting up efficient household systems.
Laundry & Linen Care
-Wash, dry, fold, organize, and put away family laundry with attention to detail (stain removal, special care).
-Manage linens: refresh towels and restock essentials.
-Keep laundry areas tidy and organized.
-Clean washing machines monthly
Family Support & Child Assistance
-Provide back-up childcare and light supervision as needed.
-Assist with school pick-ups and driving to after school activities in the area, as needed.
-Engage with kids in a supportive, respectful, and fun way. You must be someone they feel comfortable with.
-Help with homework or be present and open to providing assistance while kids work.
Inventory Management & Errands
-Track and assist in restocking groceries, pantry staples, toiletries, and household supplies.
-Manage household orders as needed (Amazon, Target, Costco, etc.).
-Run errands as needed: grocery shopping, returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping.
-Handle incoming/outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries.
-Be on-site for vendors, service providers, and deliveries as needed (e.g., appliance repair, window cleaners).
Deep Cleaning & Special Projects
-Tackle occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards, mudroom).
-Maintain special zones (entryway, garage, toy storage, seasonal decorations)
Schedule
-Monday–Thursday: 3-5 hours/day (flexible start, afternoons are required wrapping up by around 6 or 7 pm to assist with household tasks, child support, and driving to varying activities).
-Flexibility is important - family schedules shift with school and kids’ activities.
How to Apply
If interested, please apply here https://sage-haus.breezy.hr/p/6b56bd3af586-house-manager-family-assistant
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