The posting
Part-Time Household Manager & Nanny
Location: Portland, OR | 97229
Employment Type: Part-time | 15–20 hours/week
Schedule: Tuesday - Thursday, approximately 1:00 - 6:00 PM PT
Compensation: $32-35
Start Date: December or January
Requirements
- Reliable transportation and clean driving record | mileage reimbursement provided for work-related driving; car seats provided by the family
- 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, flu, and current boosters), subject to applicable legal accommodations
- Maintain a smoke-free environment
- CPR and First Aid certification required
- Ability to navigate multiple flights of stairs throughout the day
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Mandarin language skills preferred
About Our Family
We’re a family of five with three young children, a sweet 7-year-old red heeler, and a home that’s always full of activity. Between school and preschool, Mandarin immersion homework, jiu-jitsu, and life with a new baby, our days have a lot of moving parts! We’re looking for someone who enjoys being part of family life and can help bring a little more ease and consistency to our everyday routines.
We’ve put a lot of thought into how our home is organized, with established systems and routines that help everything run smoothly. We’re looking for someone who takes pride in maintaining those systems, notices the little things, and enjoys keeping a household feeling organized and cared for. From staying on top of laundry and meal prep to making sure the kids’ things are ready for the next day, the small details make a big difference in our home.
With both parents balancing busy professional responsibilities, we deeply value someone who is proactive, dependable, and comfortable taking ownership of the day-to-day. Just as importantly, we want someone who brings a warm, patient presence to our home, especially as our children each have their own personalities and needs. The right person will become a trusted part of our family’s support system, helping our home feel a little less hectic and a lot more manageable.
Who You Are / What We're Looking For
You're a proactive, detail-oriented professional who takes ownership of the little things that keep a household running smoothly. You notice what needs attention, remember the family's preferences, and take pride in maintaining established systems without needing constant direction. You're organized, dependable, and comfortable balancing a variety of responsibilities, from household resets and meal prep to school pickups and helping with homework.
You're warm, patient, and adaptable, with an understanding that three young children can have very different personalities, needs, and big feelings. You bring a steady, supportive presence to the home, communicate proactively, and are comfortable working independently while a parent works from home. You're also happy to pitch in wherever needed, whether that means preparing for the week ahead, managing errands, or helping the household adjust when schedules change.
Above all, you're someone the family can trust to follow through, treat their home with care, and make thoughtful decisions throughout the day. You're comfortable around dogs, enjoy being part of a family's daily rhythm, and understand that great household support means anticipating needs before they become another thing on someone's to-do list. Mandarin language skills are a plus, but not required.
Key Responsibilities
Family Support
- Pick-ups and drop-offs from school and activities
- Prep backpacks and snacks
- Kid-related errands
- Light supervision and back-up childcare
Meal Support
- Plan and prepare approximately 3 family dinners per week
- Prep healthy snacks
- Prep school lunches
- Grocery shopping
- Follow dietary needs/preferences
- Kitchen clean-up and maintenance
Household Organization & Maintenance
- Maintain household organization systems
- Daily resets and prep home for cleaners
- Light tidying (dishes, surfaces, vacuum high-traffic areas)
- Seasonal swaps (clothing, décor, bedding)
- Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
- Event, holiday, and/or guest prep
- Packing and unpacking for travel
- Indoor plant care
Deep Cleaning & Special Projects
- Occasional deep cleans (oven, baseboards)
- Refresh entryway
- Clean air purifiers
- Organizational projects (toys, clothing swaps)
Laundry & Linens
- Wash, dry, fold, and organize laundry
- Ironing/steaming and special garment care
- Linen rotation
- Maintain tidy land well stocked laundry areas
Inventory & Errands
- Restock pantry/fridge/household supplies
- Manage running household supply lists
- Manage household orders and subscriptions (Amazon/Costco/Target)
- Returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping
- Mail and package handling
- Breakdown boxes
Vehicle Management
- Periodic cleaning, fueling and organizing of the family vehicle
Pet Care
- Vet scheduling
- Maintain pet supplies
How to Apply
Please submit a short intro letter telling us a little about yourself and why this role is a great fit, an updated resume, and three professional references with contact information. Please note that this role requires a background check.
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