Family Assistant & House Manager

Sage-Haus; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Sage-Haus is seeking a warm, dependable Family Assistant & House Manager for West Seattle. You will support school pickups, aftercare, meal prep, laundry, and light housekeeping to keep our home running smoothly while fostering a joyful, child-centered routine.

You’ll coordinate with busy parents, communicate clearly, stay organized, and adapt as daily needs evolve. This part-time role offers steady hours (20–25/wk) with a friendly family that values warmth, privacy, and thoughtful

Responsibilities

• Family Support: School pickup Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (2:25pm); occasional aftercare pickup Tue/Thu (approx. 4:00pm); light supervision and back-up childcare after school with engaging ideas; kid-related errands; flexible for date night or weekend coverage.

Job description

Family Assistant & House Manager

Location: West Seattle, WA | 98116

Employment Type: Part-Time | 20-25 hours per week

Schedule: Monday 1pm-5pm, Tuesday 12pm-5pm, Wednesday 1pm-5pm, Thursday 12pm-5pm, Friday 1pm-4pm with potential to expand hours during summer months

Compensation: $35-$40/hour based on experience

Start Date: ASAP

Requirements

• Maintain a smoke-free and fragrance-free environment
• Candidates are required to be up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines
• CPR and First Aid preferred
• Reliable transportation
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

About Our Family

We're a close-knit, active family of five navigating the full-throttle season of raising young kids (ages 5, 3, and 7 months) alongside demanding corporate careers. With our oldest in Kindergarten this fall, we are finding that our after-school and evening routines need an extra layer of steady support. Our days are long, and our family time is precious.

Our ideal partner is someone warm, dependable, and proactive who can help keep our home running smoothly. We love cooking together and prioritizing family dinners, but by the end of the day, having the prep work done and laundry folded makes all the difference. In our free time, we love getting outside to a nearby park or spending quality time together.

We value open communication, mutual respect, and a collaborative spirit. We want someone patient and professional who will grow with us, lighten the everyday mental load, and feel like a trusted extension of our home. Our dream is to spend our evenings truly present with our kids, enjoying each other's company rather than racing to catch up on household chores. If that kind of partnership sounds like a great fit, we’d love to meet you!

Who You Are & What We're Looking For

You are warm, engaging, and genuinely enjoy being around children. You bring positive energy into a home while also being dependable, professional, and grounded. You show up on time, communicate clearly, and take pride in being someone a family can count on.

You’re naturally observant and proactive. You notice the laundry needs folding, the kitchen could use a quick reset, or what needs to happen next in the afternoon routine—and you step in without needing to be asked. At the same time, you’re comfortable asking thoughtful questions when something isn’t clear rather than making assumptions.

You’re organized and capable of keeping track of multiple priorities while staying calm and flexible as the day evolves. You enjoy creating structure, learning a family’s routines, and finding simple ways to make everyday life run more smoothly.

Most importantly, you genuinely find satisfaction in supporting children and a busy household. You enjoy connecting with kids, creating fun and engaging activities, and bringing creativity to early-release days or occasional date-night care. Whether you’re helping with the afternoon routine, suggesting a project, or throwing a ball around outside, you know how to meet children where they are and make time together feel both fun and supportive.

You value clear communication, healthy professional boundaries, and being open to feedback. You’re looking for a long-term role where you can become a trusted and valued part of a family’s day-to-day life.

Key Qualities

• Proactive & Self-Motivated: You notice what needs to be done, take ownership, and follow through without needing constant direction.
• Kid-Focused & Engaging: You genuinely enjoy children and bring creativity, warmth, and energy to after-school routines and activities.
• Organized & Systems-Minded: You enjoy creating order, maintaining routines, and helping a busy household operate smoothly.
• Dependable & Accountable: You are punctual, consistent, responsive, and take pride in being someone others can rely on.
• Clear Communicator: You communicate directly and professionally, ask thoughtful questions, and are receptive to feedback.
• Calm & Resourceful: You can prioritize independently, solve everyday problems, and adapt as the family’s needs evolve.
• Professional & Discreet: You understand the importance of boundaries, trust, privacy, and supporting a family with integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

Family Support

• School pickup Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (2:25pm; Wednesday early dismissal requires arrival by approximately 1:00pm)
• Occasional aftercare pickup Tuesday and Thursday (approximately 4:00pm)
• Light supervision and back-up childcare after school with engaging ideas for after-school time
• Kid-related errands as needed
• Flexibility for occasional date night or weekend coverage once trust is established

Meal Support

• Meal prep support: chop vegetables, prep proteins, start grains and proteins so the family can finish the meal when they arrive home
• Prepare simple, healthy after-school snacks for kids
• Follow household food allergy protocols carefully (egg and walnut allergies)
• Monitor pantry inventory and help maintain the grocery list
• Put away large grocery and Costco orders received via Instacart
• Keep kitchen tidy and organized throughout the day

Household Organization & Maintenance

• Morning reset: clean up breakfast dishes, run or unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, and tidy the main living areas before the afternoon shift begins
• Light daily tidying including vacuuming high-traffic areas and general surface maintenance
• Help prepare the home ahead of bi-weekly house cleaner visits when possible
• Create and maintain household organization systems as needed
• Be available to let in contractors when scheduled

Laundry & Linens

• Wash, dry, and fold laundry
• Organize and put away folded laundry
• Strip, wash, and remake beds with clean sheet sets; rotate linens and towels once per week(master bed & kids' beds)
• Keep laundry area tidy and well-stocked

Inventory & Errands

• Receive and put away Instacart groceries and household orders
• Occasional errand support (returns, dry cleaning drop-off) as needed