The posting
Job Title: Part-Time House Manager & Family Assistant
Location: Houston, TX 77042
Employment Type: Part-time | 15 hours per week guaranteed
Schedule: 3 days per week, 5 hours per day, daytime hours ending by 3:30pm. Preferred days are Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with flexibility to exchange for a Tuesday/Friday as needed. Occasional evening and overnight childcare opportunities available for additional hours.
Compensation: $28–$32 per hour, depending on experience.
Start Date: Mid-to-late August 2026
Requirements
- Maintain a smoke-free environment.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Reliable personal vehicle and clean driving record required
- Comfortable supporting and coordinating with a neurodivergent child.
About Our Family
We are a busy, warm, and high-energy household in the West Houston / Memorial area. Both parents work full-time in demanding careers — one with an office just minutes away, the other commuting across the city. Our home is the kind of place where the calendar is always full, the house is lively, and there is never a dull moment. We have two spirited, energetic boys who bring so much joy and keep life interesting. One of our sons has unique learning and sensory needs, and we are deeply committed to supporting him in every area of life — from appointments and routines to simply making sure he feels safe, loved, and celebrated for exactly who he is.
Our extended family is a real and active presence in our home. Grandma and auntie are deeply involved in the kids' daily lives and regularly handle after-school pickups and afternoon time together. Whoever joins our team will naturally be coordinating and building a warm relationship with them as well — they are part of the fabric of this household.
This role is about the day-to-day rhythm and managing the details that fall through the cracks when two working parents are running at full speed. We are a progressive, values-forward household and we are looking for someone who shares that spirit. We want to walk through the door to a calm, reset home and trust that someone capable and confident is helping us get there.
Who You Are / What We're Looking For
You are the kind of person who walks into a room and spots what needs to be done without being asked. You are self-sufficient, proactive, and confident in your work — you see a problem, handle it if you can, and loop in the family when a decision is needed. You genuinely enjoy being around kids and bring warmth and ease to every interaction, meeting each child where they are and making them feel seen and loved. You are comfortable in a lively, talkative household and enjoy that energy. You understand what it means to support a neurodivergent child and you do so with patience, consistency, and without judgment.
You communicate directly and efficiently, and you do not take it personally when your employer is moving fast and being brief. You understand the balance between being a trusted part of the family and maintaining professional boundaries. You are organized and systems-minded, thinking ahead so things do not have to be asked twice. You take real ownership of your role and pride in the work you do.
Key Responsibilities
Laundry & Linen Care
- Wash, fold, and put away all laundry for the parents; wash and fold children's laundry and leave neatly for kids to put away themselves
- Wash and fold bed linens following housekeeper bedding changes
- Occasional ironing/steaming
- Maintain a tidy, well-stocked laundry area and notify when supplies are running low
- Handle monthly dry cleaning drop-off and pickup
Household Organization & Maintenance
- Perform daily household resets — beds made, couch cushions tidy, kitchen counters cleared, and common areas refreshed
- Prep home before scheduled housekeeper visits
- Create and maintain household organization systems (playroom, mudroom, kitchen, pantry, filing cabinet, decor closet, water bottles, and snacks)
- Manage seasonal clothing swaps and coordinate storage as needed
- Assist with holiday decor takedown and decor closet organization
- Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detector batteries as needed
- Monthly toy rotation and removal of outgrown or unused items
Inventory & Errands
- Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies through in-person shopping
- Maintain a running household supply list using the family's Alexa grocery system
- Manage household orders and subscriptions (Amazon, Costco, Target)
- Handle returns (priority task), pharmacy and prescription pickups, and monthly dry cleaning
- Open and sort incoming packages; set out contents for family review and put items away as appropriate
- Break down and recycle cardboard boxes
Meal Support
- Prepare school lunches for the children on days without hot lunch, coordinating with the monthly school lunch calendar
- Learn family staple items and maintain a stocked, organized fridge and pantry
- Make sure family has all ingredients for recipes for dinners for the week
- Assist with kitchen clean-up and general kitchen maintenance
Family Support
- Provide pre-planned, as-needed pickup and drop-off support, particularly for summer camp logistics and occasional school-year appointments
- Assist with getting children to occupational therapy and tutoring appointments as needed
- Help maintain school schedules- including free dress days, field trip days, half days, etc.
- Prep backpacks, clothing, and snacks
- Handle prescription pickups and other kid-related errands
- Provide occasional light supervision and back-up childcare during summer hours; open to Saturday evening babysitting and overnights for additional hours
- Pack children for family trips; assist with unpacking and post-travel laundry
- Build warm, consistent relationships with the children and coordinate naturally with extended family members who are regularly present in the home
Vendor & Property Oversight
- Research and coordinate vendors for home repairs and maintenance needs — including handyman, electrical, paint, and attic insulation projects
- Gather a minimum of 3 quotes per project, coordinate appointment scheduling, and present options to the family before any booking is confirmed
Deep Cleaning & Special Projects
- Perform occasional targeted deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards, wall scuffs, paint touch-ups)
- Refresh garage, mudroom, and entry areas as needed
- Clean and maintain humidifiers, air purifiers, and air filters
- Assist with closet organization, clothing swap-outs, mudroom shelving, and other ongoing organizational projects
- Perform bi-weekly partial water change for turtle aquarium using siphon system
- Assist with gift purchasing and wrapping for birthdays, holidays, and special occasions
Administrative & Personal Assistant Support
- Help manage the family's Skylight calendar, including children's appointments
- Coordinate event and appointment scheduling as needed
- Assist with occasional family vehicle fueling, organizing, and coordinating oil changes or car washes as needed
How to Apply
Please submit the following to be considered for this role:
- A short intro letter telling us a little about yourself and why you'd be a great fit
- An updated resume
- Three professional references with contact information
Please note: this role requires a background check.
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