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Household Manager (with Meal Prep and Childcare Support)Location: Cheshire, CT 06410Employment Type: Part-time, 25-30 hours per week, 25 hours guaranteedSchedule: Monday through Friday, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Schedule may expand to 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on days when both parents are not home. Some flexibility will be needed in order to accommodate date night and school early release coverage 1-2 times per month. Schedule may shift as the family's needs evolve.Compensation: $30-$35/hourStart Date: August 2026RequirementsReliable transportation and a valid driver's license; mileage reimbursement provided for work-related errands and child transportationMaintain a smoke-free environment.Must be authorized to work in the United StatesFragrance-free products requiredCandidates 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 Tdap, MMR, Hepatitis A/B, and annual influenza), subject to applicable legal accommodationsCurrently holds or is willing to obtain CPR certificationComfortable living and working alongside dogs and a small rabbitAbout Our FamilyWe are a busy family; between three children, three pets, and two working parents, our life is full and in need of support to bring more peace and organization to our home. Our home is our bubble: we value creating a space for our children to be themselves - silly, cared for, and loved.The upstairs space of our home just underwent a renovation and we are now working to settle the downstairs space into the organized, peaceful space we know it can be. We love a tidy home and genuinely thrive in structured, well-run spaces — we're looking for you to bring that kind of order to our home.With one parent working from home regularly, you'll be sharing the space with us most days. We want you to feel comfortable, welcome, and a part of our household rhythm. We are looking for someone who will feel like an extension of our family.Who You Are / What We're Looking ForYou are warm, grounded, and genuinely love being around children of all ages. You do not need a task list to figure out what needs to be done; you walk in, read the room, and get to work. You are systems-oriented and love creating order out of chaos. You find satisfaction in a clean sink, a folded basket of laundry, and a home that feels calm and ready for the day. You're responsive and flexible to a home environment—knowing when to pause tending to a home project in order to care for children. You're looking for a steady, long-term role and look forward to leaving every shift having made a genuine difference.Your top priorities in this role will be caring for our baby, creating household organization systems throughout the home, managing laundry, building and executing grocery lists, preparing 3-4 family-friendly dinners per week, and performing daily resets of our home. You thrive on variety and are effectively bouncing between all of these responsibilities without losing your stride.Key ResponsibilitiesFamily Support & Child AssistanceProvide regular childcare to a baby and occasional childcare to school-aged childrenDaily backpack reset including unpacking, lunch box washing, and packing and preparing for the following morningProvide date night coverage 1-2 times per monthHousehold Management and OrganizationPerform daily resets to keep common areas tidy and the home feeling calm, includingDaily tidying including washing dishes, wiping surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas, and washing downstairs floorsCreate and maintain household organization systems throughout the home, particularly in the downstairs living areasTackle organizational projects in the playroom, main-level living and homework area, primary walk-in closet, and garage storage areasHandle unpacking after family travelChange batteries in kids' toys and maintain battery suppliesClean humidifiers and air purifiers as neededLaundry & LinensWash, fold, and put away family laundry and linensIron and steam as needed; follow specific garment care preferences for delicate itemsMaintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry areaHandle linen rotation as neededMeal Planning and PrepPlan and prep 3-4 dinners per week in a prep-chef style (marinating, chopping, prepping ingredients so the family can finish cooking)Prepare healthy snacks and lunch items as neededGrocery shop in-person or via InstacartFollow household dietary preferencesHandle kitchen clean-up and ongoing kitchen maintenanceInventory & ErrandsMonitor and restock pantry, fridge, and household suppliesMaintain running supply lists and contribute to household orders (Amazon, Costco, Target)Handle returns, dry cleaning drop-off and pickup, gift shopping, and mail and package managementBreak down and recycle boxes as neededDeep CleaningWipe baseboards weeklyOccasional deep cleans including refrigerator, oven, and other appliances as neededPet CareLet dogs outside and fill water bowls as neededVehicle ManagementOccasional fuelingOrganize and maintain the family vehicle, especially during sports seasons when equipment accumulatesAdministrative & Personal Assistant SupportMaintain awareness of and support the workability of the family's Skylight calendar by uploading reminders for school events, half-days, and other important eventsProvide proactive reminders to the family for upcoming eventsKeep receipts for debit card purchases for budget trackingHow to ApplyPlease submit a short intro letter telling us about yourself and why this role is a great fit, an updated resume, and 3 professional references with contact information. 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.
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cheshire, CT, 06410, US
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