Job Title: House Manager & Family Assistant Location: Garden City, NY 11530 Employment Type: Part-time (20 hours/week) Proposed Start Date: ASAP Compensation: $25–35/hour Schedule: Flexible daytime hours (M–F preferred, no evenings required) REQUIREMENTS: - Maintain a smoke-free environment - Ability to pass a background check - Must have a valid driver’s license - Access to reliable transportation - Comfortable around children; childcare experience a plus - Must have the ability to work independently - Professional, highly organized, and proactive - Willing to sign NDA ABOUT OUR FAMILY We are a professional, dual-career family with three children (ages 10, 8, and 3) living in Garden City. Our two older children attend school full-time locally, and our youngest is in preschool part-time. We have been fortunate to have long-term support in our home and value stable, respectful relationships with the people who support our family. Our lifestyle is full but steady — no drama, no chaos. We operate with calm energy, kindness, mutual respect, and a balanced “plateau” rhythm. We show up for each other, communicate clearly, and value someone who integrates smoothly into family life while bringing a grounded, organized, positive presence. We appreciate a self-starter who notices what needs doing and feels proud keeping a well-run, structured and organized home - someone who will complement this atmosphere with their warmth, reliability, and dedication. Our ideal candidate is someone who can help us keep everything running smoothly, while also being adaptable as our needs evolve. Ultimately, we want to provide you with the opportunity to step in as a reliable support system, allowing us to focus more on family time and our demanding careers. WHO YOU ARE/WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR You are a calm, organized self-starter who knows how to maintain order while being adaptable. You work independently and are capable of evolving with our family’s changing needs. A kind, reliable, and trustworthy individual, you value clear communication and take initiative to ensure tasks are completed. While experience with household management is a plus, we are open to candidates with transferable skills who are eager to grow with the role. You have a warm and approachable demeanor, engaging easily with both adults and curious children. You’re willing to step in where needed, whether that’s tying a shoe or tackling a daunting organizational task. You’re excited to grow with our family as our needs evolve, taking pride in keeping the house organized and running smoothly. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Household Management & Organization: - Create and maintain household organization systems (closets, storage, pantry, toys) - Reset and tidy rooms throughout the week, maintaining overall neatness and prepping for weekly home for cleaning services - Conduct seasonal swaps (clothing, décor, bedding, sizing for kids, etc.) - Coordinate with service providers (cleaners, contractors, interior designers, landscapers) - Prepare and coordinate donation pick-ups and drop-offs - Handle miscellaneous household tasks as they arise (e.g., organizing spaces like the attic, garage, and mudroom) - Load/unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, vacuum high traffic areas Inventory Management & Errands: - Run errands such as grocery shopping, dry cleaning, pharmacy pickups, returns, and gift shopping - Assist with managing kids’ activities, school sign-ups, and summer camp coordination - Handle household inventory, including proactively managing shared shopping lists for pantry staples and household supplies - Support children’s reading interests- including book selection, placing holds, and picking up/returning books from the library. - Shop for and organize all household groceries, meal-related items, and inventory. Laundry & Linen Care: - Manage laundry for adults and the linens of the household a, including washing, drying, folding, and organizing (parents’ clothing and all household linens) - Iron and prepare outfits as needed - Refresh linens, including towels and bedding, and restock household essentials - Keep all laundry areas tidy and well-stocked with supplies Family Support & Child Assistance: - Provide light supervision, playtime, and backup childcare as needed - Help with future school and activity pick-ups/drop-offs if trust is established **Deep Cleaning & Special Projects: - Maintain and refresh high-traffic zones in the house (e.g., attic, entryways, garage, mudroom, etc.) - Clean and maintain appliances like washing machines as needed (e.g., quarterly basis) - Organize special projects, including toy storage, seasonal décor, and gear rotation Administrative & Personal Assistant Support: - Co-manage family calendars and assist with scheduling for school, activities, and appointments - Proactively research, present options, and subsequently sign up for kids’ activities, including summer camps, ensuring all deadlines are met - Assist with coordination of events, appointments, guests, and special occasions - Coordinate online tasks for children’s schools, such as lunch selection and school-related scheduling OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE You thrive in a family environment and take pride in creating structure, order, and ease for others. You are… - Warm, steady, calm, and reliable - Naturally organized, tidy, and detail-oriented - Proactive — you spot needs before being asked - A good communicator who is comfortable asking questions - Independent yet collaborative with others in the household - Trustworthy, kind, and genuinely invested in a long-term fit - Adaptive as family needs evolve - Excited to be part of a supportive, respectful home environment Bonus: you enjoy working with children and can jump in for light childcare support when needed. HOW TO APPLY Please apply here: https://sage-haus.breezy.hr/p/54734e734813-house-manager-family-assistant-garden-city-ny Include your: - A brief intro letter explaining why you believe you’re a great fit for this role. - Your updated resume. - 2-3 professional references with contact information. --- When you apply with Sage Haus, you’ll also be added to our candidate community email list so we can share hiring updates, resources, and opportunities. 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