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Family / Household Manager – Live-In (Lake Tahoe Area)
About Our Family
We are a busy but down-to-earth family with three wonderful school age children. Both parents work full time — Dad is an entrepreneur, Mom is an engineer — but family comes first, and our home is warm, supportive, and welcoming. It is also busy, silly, and sometimes chaotic, but always full of love.
We’re looking for a caring, organized, and reliable individual who will become an integral, trusted member of our household while helping keep our days running smoothly. We also believe that the best arrangements are a true two-way fit: our family benefits most when the person in this role feels that their time with us is helping them move toward their own goals. We’re happy to support continuing education or other aspirations outside work hours, and would love to mentor someone with future plans.
About Lake Tahoe
Our home is in beautiful Lake Tahoe, one of the most stunning outdoor destinations in the country. We hope that, in addition to the work you’ll do with our family, you’ll find joy and fulfillment in living in this magical area — exploring the lake, trails, skiing, and vibrant local community. We want this to be a life-enriching experience for you as well as for us.
Position Summary
This is a blended role combining childcare with household management and special projects. On school days you have the mornings free to sleep in, exercise, or study; midday hours are lighter on childcare and heavier on home tasks; afternoons focus on school pick-ups and after-school routines. On school holidays and breaks, we’ll need more morning support with the kids – we like to co-create a fun agenda with activities to keep everyone active. We maintain a family calendar for advanced planning, and typically like to plan out each week ahead of time so we’re all on the same page for activities and responsibilities throughout the week. We ebb and flow to meet the dynamic schedules of our family and your needs and interests. This is a live-in position with a private bedroom and bathroom provided.
Key Responsibilities
Childcare
- Afternoon routine: school pick-ups, after-school snacks, supervise play/homework, transport to activities.
- Evening or school-break coverage with advance notice.
- Maintain open, upbeat communication with parents about each child’s day.
Household Management
- Light household organization/tidying (especially children’s spaces and common areas).
- Family laundry and managing household supplies
- Grocery shopping and/or meal prep for children
- Running errands (picking up groceries, post office, returns, etc.)
- Misc special projects (research, planning and coordination for events, trips, & house projects)
- Coordinating vendors or service appointments as needed
- Managing the family calendar for school events, appointments, and activities
Qualifications
- Prior experience with children in the 3–10 age range.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willing to obtain)
- Professionalism, warmth, transparency, and discretion
- A growth mindset and interest in developing future career or education goals
Schedule
- Weekdays: household tasks in the mornings, with time largely self-managed, and childcare from ~12:30 pm–6:00 pm (pick-ups and after-school care)
- Schedule may vary during school breaks
- Approximately 35–45 hours per week, with some flexibility for holidays or special events (to be discussed in advance). Typical breakdown: 25-30 hours of childcare, 10-15 hours of family management.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive weekly stipend, commensurate with experience
- Paid time off and holidays
- Room and board: private bedroom and bathroom in our home plus groceries, utilities, internet, streaming subscriptions
- Dedicated access to AWD SUV and car insurance
- Opportunity to work in a beautiful Lake Tahoe setting with a welcoming, supportive family
Commitment & Fit
While there is no expectation for a binding agreement, our intent is to find someone who would be happy in this role for two-plus years, assuming all parties feel the arrangement is the right fit. We believe stability benefits both our family and the person in this position, and we’re committed to making the experience mutually rewarding.
Our Commitment to You
We believe in treating the person in this role as a valued member of our household. We’re committed to clear expectations, open communication, and mutual respect. This is an opportunity to join a loving family environment, contribute meaningfully to our children’s lives, explore the magic of Lake Tahoe, and — if desired — benefit from mentorship and support from two professional parents.
How to Apply
If the opportunity interests you, please send an email reply with a brief introduction to tell us about yourself, your background, your interests and goals. Thanks in advance, we look forward to 'meeting you' virtually.
10 Crystal Dr, Crystal Bay, NV 89402, USA
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