Household Manager & Family Assistant (Childcare focus)

About the role

We are seeking a reliable Household Manager & Family Assistant to support our busy Arlington family. The part‑time role (12‑15 hours per week) blends childcare, home organization, and errands to keep daily life running smoothly.

Key responsibilities

• Provide backup childcare, supervise evenings, and handle bedtime routines.
• Prepare meals, tidy dishes, vacuum high‑traffic areas, and reset the home for cleaners.
• Manage laundry for the whole household, including special garments.
• Monitor supplies, run grocery or supply pickups, and handle mail and packages.
• Coordinate donation drop‑offs, seasonal property upkeep, and light outdoor maintenance.
• Perform periodic deep‑clean tasks such as fridge, oven, baseboards, and AC unit cleaning.
• Support family calendar, track receipts, and assist with occasional administrative tasks.

Required profile

• Observant and proactive, naturally creating order and anticipating needs.
• Comfortable shifting priorities, handling multiple responsibilities, and stepping in wherever needed.
• Warm, patient, and engaging with young children; CPR/First Aid certified or willing to obtain.
• Reliable transportation, clean driving record, and able to work with a friendly large dog.
• Authorized to work in the United States and maintain a smoke‑free environment.