Overview
A warm and welcoming family is seeking a kind, organized, and proactive Family Assistant/Caregiver to support their two daughters, ages 10 and 12. The family has had excellent experiences with long-term caregivers in the past and is looking for someone who will become a trusted member of their household for the coming academic year and beyond. The role starts October 1st but open for the right person.
The position is full-time, generally Monday through Friday, approximately 11am-7pm
Flexibility is important, as the family's schedule can change and occasional late nights may arise. On late-night days, the schedule may shift accordingly—for example, 3pm-10pm
The family understands that some schedule changes may occur with limited notice and is looking for someone who can be flexible and work collaboratively with the family.
The family spends time in Maine in the summer and would love someone who can go for some of the time.
Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will be comfortable taking an active role in our daughters' daily routines, including:
- Picking the girls up from school
- Driving/shuttling them to and from after-school activities
- Helping with homework, school organization, and keeping track of assignments and commitments
- Helping the girls stay organized and prepared for school and activities
- Preparing healthy, family-friendly meals and snacks
- Providing a warm, reliable, and supportive presence
- Helping anticipate the girls' needs and keeping their schedules running smoothly
Family Assistant Responsibilities
In addition to childcare, this role will include general household administration and organization, such as:
- Coordinating with household staff, service providers, and contractors
- Ordering groceries, school uniforms, household supplies, and other necessities
- Helping organize and clear out household items that are no longer needed
- Scheduling and coordinating children's appointments, including dental and medical appointments
- Coordinating apartment repairs and maintenance when needed
- Keeping track of household logistics and helping ensure that things get done efficiently
- Anticipating needs and taking initiative rather than waiting to be asked
Qualifications
The family is looking for someone who is:
- Kind, warm, and genuinely enjoys working with children.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Proactive and able to anticipate what needs to be done.
- Excellent at helping children with homework and school organization.
- Comfortable taking ownership of family assistant and administrative responsibilities.
- Flexible and adaptable when schedules change.
Requirements
- Comfortable with a large older dog
- A strong communicator and team player.
- Dependable, discreet, and professional.
- Comfortable preparing healthy meals for the family.
Salary and Benefits
- $40-$45/hourly + Flexible DOE
- Guaranteed hours
- W-2 employment
- PTO
