Responsibilities
- Develop and implement household systems (organize kids' closets, seasonal clothing swaps, household storage areas)
- Prep rooms for cleaning, manage minor home maintenance (e.g., security system checks, changing lightbulbs)
- Organize and maintain indoor/outdoor spaces, including plants and outdoor cushions
- Create and maintain household organization systems (closets, storage, pantry, toys)
- Reset and tidy rooms daily; maintain overall neatness, ensure home is prepped for biweekly cleaning services
- Oversee household schedules and calendars
- Conduct seasonal swaps (e.g., clothing, décor, bedding, etc.)
- Prepare for family events, holidays, and guest stays
- Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs and pick-ups dump runs
- Posting things to sell on Facebook Marketplace, etc.
- Support packing/unpacking for travel or seasonal transitions
- Load/unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, vacuum high traffic areas
- Maintain indoor plants
- Support executive functioning and helping define chores for the kids, setting expectations (allowances)
- Provide light childcare for the younger children (school pickups, daily routines)
- Assist with homework, school projects, and transportation to/from activities
- Help with packing/unpacking for family trips and logistics when one parent is handling child care solo
- Support in creating chore systems for the children
- Occasional light supervision or playtime with the kids
- Flexibility to step in on weekends to allow parents time away or for special trips
- Assist with meal planning (healthy family-friendly meals, lunch, and dinner prep)
- Creative menu planning that can accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies
- Manage grocery shopping (online orders, local stores)
- Clean kitchen post-prep and manage kitchen tidiness
- Support with carpooling, transportation to sports/events, and errands
- Take care of the dog rarely (vet visits, walks)
- Coordinate transportation logistics for family trips and events
- Manage family calendars (appointments, events, sports activities)
- Track healthcare needs (dental/medical visits)
- Weekend Preparation (prepare weekend sports bags, uniform organization)
- Wash, dry, fold, and put away laundry on a regular, consistent schedule
- Manage light cleaning tasks, including resetting rooms and maintaining the home between cleaning service visits
Requirements
- Able to maintain a smoke-free environment
- Pass a background check
- Reliable transportation + valid driver’s license
- Clean driving record
- Experience with children and teens
- Must be proactive and self-sufficient, able to anticipate needs and solve problems without significant oversight
- Comfort level with children and dogs
Nice to Have
- CPR certification
- Up-to-date on vaccinations
- Tech-savvy (family uses Skylight Calendar, and experience with Notion is a plus)
- Open to traveling with the family
Work Arrangement
On-site — Seattle, WA 98199
Additional Information
- Flexibility for occasional weekends or evenings for special needs (e.g., date nights)
- Must be able to maintain a smoke-free environment
- Must pass a background check
- Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license
- CPR certification preferred
- Clean driving record required
- Up-to-date on vaccinations preferred
- Tech-savvy: experience with Skylight Calendar and Notion is a plus
- Comfort level with children and dogs
- Experience with children and teens
- Must be proactive and self-sufficient, able to anticipate needs and solve problems without significant oversight
- Flexibility to step in on weekends to allow parents time away or for special trips
- Open to traveling with the family is a plus
