Household Manager & Family Assistant

Sage Haus; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sage Haus in Brookline, MA seeks a Household Manager & Family Assistant to support a two-parent family with two school-age daughters. The role covers morning departures, afternoon pickups, and day-to-day household coordination in a 40-hour work week.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years in household management, comfort with school-age children, and a proactive, warm, boundary-aware approach. CPR/First Aid is preferred; vaccination guidance applies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in household management or family assistance.
• Experience supporting school-age children and preteens preferred.
• Proactive, self-directed work style with anticipation of needs.
• Reliable transportation; mileage reimbursed if applicable.
• Vaccination guidance per AA Pediatrics and CDC guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Morning departure support for school.
• Afternoon pickup and shuttle 3:00–5:30 PM.
• Coordinate playdates with other families.
• Schedule children's appointments (dental, pediatric, orthodontic).
• Calendar management using family system.
• Facilitate creative activities on non-school days.

Skills

3+ years experience

School-age children experience

Strong communication

Proactive, self-directed

Reliable transportation

Education

CPR/First Aid certification preferred

Job description

Household Manager & Family Assistant

Location: Brookline, MA 02445

Employment Type: Full-Time | 40 hours per week (overtime available at time-and-a-half; open to candidates seeking up to 45 hours)

Proposed Schedule (4 weekdays per week):

• Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday; core hours 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
• Some flexibility in daily structure is possible for the right candidate.
• No weekend coverage required.

Compensation: $40-45 per hour, based on experience

Start Date: ASAP

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a household management, family assistant, or senior nanny role
• Experience supporting school-age children and preteens strongly preferred
• Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to anticipate needs without being prompted
• Reliable transportation (own vehicle required); mileage reimbursed
• 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 (including COVID-19 and influenza), subject to applicable legal accommodations
• CPR and First Aid certified preferred, or willingness to obtain prior to start
• No cat allergies, as the home includes a cat
• Ability to navigate stairs throughout the day
• Able to maintain a smoke-free environment
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

About Our Family

We are a busy, deeply engaged two-parent household with two school-age daughters and a young kitten who has quickly made himself at home. Both parents carry demanding, full-time careers with regular travel, which means our household runs best when someone is genuinely invested in keeping things moving and anticipating what comes next.

Our girls are wonderful: one is thoughtful, emotionally attuned, and navigating the early years of middle school with a lot of self-awareness; the other brings big energy, creativity, and heart. Both are wildly artistic and love hands-on projects - think slime-making, painting, crafts, and visits to creative spaces. They thrive with someone who shows up consistently, follows through, and treats them with warmth and appropriate boundaries - a trusted adult, not a best friend.

We have had household support for years and are at a clear transition point: we need someone whose strengths lean toward household management while still being genuinely great with kids during the afternoon hours. Our home is organized and well-maintained, and we want to keep it that way. The right person will step into a home that's in good shape and help us keep it running smoothly through the week.

We value reliability above almost everything else. We are not rigid - we are happy to flex for the right person and believe in a real partnership. What we ask for in return is communication, follow-through, and a proactive mindset. We will always work with you; we just need to know what's coming.

Who You Are / What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is calm, grounded, and quietly capable. You do not need a detailed task list to have a productive day - you look around, see what needs to happen, and get it done. You have worked with older kids before and understand that preteens need a different kind of presence than toddlers: steady, reliable, warm, and appropriately boundaried. You can hold space for a child who needs to decompress after school without filling the silence unnecessarily.

You are a strong communicator who gives advance notice when something comes up and follows through on what you say you will do. You're adaptable - happy to shift with the family's schedule when it makes sense, and thoughtful about how you share information. You take pride in a well-run home and notice the things that need attention before anyone has to ask. You are comfortable with pets, organized without being rigid, and genuinely enjoy supporting a family that is doing a lot.

If you’re someone who is excited to grow with a family and become a long-term part of their household support system, we’d love to meet you!

Key Responsibilities

Family Support

• Morning departure support: help children get out the door for school
• Afternoon pickup and shuttling (approximately 3:00 to 5:30 PM)
• Playdate coordination with other families and caregivers
• Coordination of children's appointments (dental, pediatric, orthodontic as needed)
• Calendar management using the family's shared scheduling system
• Creative activity facilitation on non-school days (art projects, creative