House Manager & Family Assistant (with Child Care and Meal Prep Support)

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Job Title: House Manager & Family Assistant (with Child Care and Meal Prep Support) Location: Bordentown, NJ 08505 Employment Type: Part-time, 12 hours per week guaranteed, with flexibility to occasionally increase to 15-20 hours preferred. Schedule: 3-4 days per week, Monday-Friday, generally between 2:00-6:00 PM. Some flexibility is appreciated as the family’s needs may vary week to week. Compensation: $28-$32 per hour, commensurate with experience Start Date: As soon as possible Requirements Maintain a smoke-free environment. Must be authorized to work in the United States. Reliable transportation required; use of the family vehicle for work-related driving. CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to obtain certification. Comfortable and experienced with a large, high-energy dog. About Our Family We are a warm, active family who values a home that feels peaceful, connected, and welcoming. Our days can move quickly, especially during the after-school stretch, and we are looking for someone who can naturally step into the flow of our household and help things feel a little easier. We have two energetic school-aged children who do best with adults who are warm, playful, and encouraging, along with a large, high-energy dog who is very much part of the family. We care about living a healthy, thoughtful lifestyle and creating a positive environment at home. We enjoy cooking, spending time together, and keeping things organized in a way that supports the rhythm of family life. We appreciate someone who is naturally aligned with that approach and who brings a warm, easygoing energy to the household. Our schedules can change from week to week, particularly when work and travel shift the balance of responsibilities at home. During those busier stretches, having someone who can look around, understand what would make the biggest difference, and simply take care of it is incredibly valuable. Ultimately, we are looking for someone who becomes a trusted part of our household, helps keep everyone moving in the right direction, and gives the family a little more room to breathe at the end of the day. Who You Are / What We're Looking For You are the kind of person who naturally notices what needs to happen next. You are intuitive, capable, and self-directed, and you take initiative without needing to be asked. You can look at everything happening around you, prioritize what matters most, and jump in wherever you can be helpful. You take pride in being someone a family can truly rely on. You genuinely enjoy being around children and bring a warm, playful energy to your work. You know how to connect with kids without being overly authoritative, and you can make everyday routines feel lighter and more fun while still helping children follow through on their responsibilities. You are comfortable in the kitchen, enjoy preparing healthy homemade food, are confident around a large dog, and are happy to pitch in wherever you are needed. Most importantly, you are flexible by nature and understand that family life does not always fit neatly into the same schedule every week. You can stay calm when plans shift, adapt to what the day requires, and bring a positive attitude to busy moments. You are reliable, enthusiastic, communicative, and genuinely interested in becoming a trusted support person for the family and a positive presence in the children's lives. Key Responsibilities Family Support & Child Assistance After-school supervision and childcare, with a warm, caring, and engaged presence Afternoon routine management: guide children through backpack unpacking, lunchbox cleanup, and prepping for the next day Support with homework by helping children stay on track and ensuring assignments get completed while encouraging independence Occasional school pickup and drop-off as needed Transportation to and from activities as needed Household Management & Organization Create and maintain thoughtful, practical organization systems throughout the home, ensuring everything has a designated place and that spaces remain organized and functional Daily resets and light tidying: dishes, wiping counters/surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas Prepping the home for the monthly cleaning service Organize and maintain children’s bedrooms, toys, and school materials, including putting away items that are out of place Return toys and children’s belongings left in common areas, such as the kitchen and dining room, to their designated homes and keep spaces tidy and organized Seasonal clothing swaps Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, etc. as needed Meal Planning & Prep Following the family’s food preferences while preparing healthy, from-scratch meals Batch cooking lunch and snack items for the week (e.g., muffins, snacks, school lunch items, and other prep-ahead staples) Prepping school lunches the night before when possible Dinner support by prepping, getting meals started, or fully preparing dinner on busy evenings Kitchen clean-up and maintenance Laundry & Linen Care Wash, fold, and organize full family laundry Linen rotation: washing sheets, making beds, maintaining clean towels Ironing or steaming as needed Maintain tidy and well stocked laundry areas Inventory & Errands Restocking pantry, fridge, and household supplies as needed Managing and contributing to a running household supply list; keeping the family informed when items are low Support with running errands, including occasional grocery runs Vehicle Management Taking the family vehicle to the car wash and tidying the interior as needed Deep Cleaning & Special Projects Occasional deep cleaning of specific areas (refrigerator, etc.) Organizational projects in the playroom, closets, pantry, and kids' gear as needed Organize and maintain closets and seasonal gear, keeping items tidy, accessible, and well stocked as the seasons change (e.g., beach and swim essentials in the summer and boots, gloves, hats, scarves, and snow sports equipment in the winter). Garage or entryway refreshes as needed Pet Care Ensure the dog is fed and let out Play with and exercise the dog each afternoon to help burn off energy and stay calm during busy after-school hours How to Apply Please send a short intro letter, an updated resume, and 3 professional references with contact information to Sage Haus. Please note: this role requires a background check. 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. Don't worry — you can unsubscribe at any time if it's not for you.