Family Assistant / Mother’s Helper

Job Title: Family Assistant / Mother’s Helper

Location: McLean, VA

Schedule:
Monday–Friday, 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM (35 hours/week)
Saturday, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (schedule to be agreed upon) Occasional Overnights with prior notice

Compensation: $35–$38 per hour

Benefits: Healthcare stipend, occasional overnights with prior notice

POSITION OVERVIEW:

A warm, active family in McLean seeks a nurturing and dependable Family Assistant / Mother’s Helper to support after-school and evening routines for three school-aged children (ages 12, 10, and 7). The ideal candidate is engaging, organized, and proactive, comfortable helping with children’s activities, household flow, and family errands. Comfort around a friendly family dog and flexibility for occasional overnights are required. This position is perfect for someone transitioning from babysitting into a full-time family assistant role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Childcare & Family Support

• Provide attentive and caring supervision for three children after school and during evenings.

• Assist with homework, school projects, and reading.

• Transport children to extracurricular activities, playdates, and appointments.

• Prepare and serve healthy snacks and simple dinners for the children.

• Support evening routines including baths, tidying up, and bedtime preparation.

• Engage children in creative, active, and age-appropriate activities both indoors and outdoors.

Household Assistance

• Maintain general tidiness of children’s areas (bedrooms, playrooms, and kitchen after meals).

• Help with children’s laundry and light household organization.

• Assist with family errands, school bag preparation, and restocking children’s supplies.

• Provide light pet care (feeding, short walks, and letting the dog out).

Additional Duties

• Offer occasional overnight care with advance notice.

• Collaborate with parents to maintain consistency in routines and discipline.

• Ensure a safe, positive, and nurturing environment at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experience caring for multiple school-aged children.

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

• CPR and First Aid certified (or willingness to obtain).

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

• Reliable, punctual, and discreet.

• Comfortable with a friendly household dog.

• U.S. work authorization.

Family Assistant

Date Updated: November 13, 2025

Date Filled: November 17, 2025

Job Title: Family Assistant  

Location: Arlington, VA

Schedule:

• Part-Time, Monday–Friday, approximately 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (flexible on exact hours)

• Occasional extended hours until 8:00 PM when one parent is traveling for work (3–5 days per month)

• Babysitting one night weekly or every other week

Compensation: $40-$45 per hour

Benefits: Medical stipend, paid time off (PTO), and performance-based bonus

POSITION OVERVIEW:

A family of four is seeking a reliable, organized, and warm Family Assistant to support household operations and daily routines for their home. The family has two children (ages 3 years and 10 months) and deep cleaners who visit every two weeks. This role focuses on maintaining household organization, handling light cleaning, cooking and meal preparation, errands, and basic household management. Flexibility for occasional evening hours and babysitting is preferred.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Household Management & Organization

• Keep household lists of groceries, supplies, and tasks updated and organized.

• Run errands, manage online grocery orders, and maintain essential household inventory.

• Schedule and oversee home maintenance contractors (e.g., washer/dryer repair, appliance servicing, occasional landscaping).

• Straighten and tidy common areas daily to maintain order between deep cleanings.

Meal Preparation & Home Care

• Prepare family dinners and assist with daily meal prep, including baby food.

• Pack lunches and snacks for the next day.

• Wash dishes and manage dishwasher loading/unloading.

• Handle household laundry and linen care.

Childcare Support

• Provide occasional after-school help as a mother’s helper (approximately 1–2 days per week).

• Offer babysitting coverage one evening per week or every other week.

• Extend hours as needed when one parent is traveling (3–5 days per month).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience as a Family Assistant, Nanny, or Household Manager preferred.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Reliable, patient, and proactive with excellent attention to detail.

• Must have a clean criminal record and be legally authorized to work in the U.S. (visa sponsorship not available).

• Valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record required.

• Ability to provide a professional résumé and letters of reference.

Caregiver/Family Assistant (Special Needs Child)

Date Updated: August 06, 2025

Date Filled: August 09, 2025

Family Assistant / Special Needs Child Caregiver-Ellicott City MD

Live in or out:

Job Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Family Assistant / Special Needs Child

Caregiver. This person is responsible for providing 1:1 support and supervision to an 8 yr old Intellectually

Disabled and Non-Verbal boy during the afternoons and occasional weekend. (Live-in optional with dedicated suite in home).

Key Responsibilities:

Child Caregiver Support (Afternoons):

∙ Provide 1-on-1 care and supervision for 8 yr old boy during hours of 4pm-8pm.

∙ Develop and facilitate routines that reinforce learning of new skills. Specific attention to

to music, assistive communications device (AAC), and potty training.

∙ As needed, provide transportation to/from therapy or other external locations.

∙ Assist in transitions for dinner and bedtime routines.

∙ Collaborate with Mother as needed for hand-offs and shared tasks.

Qualifications & Requirements:

∙ High school diploma/GED required.

∙ Three or more years of experience providing education or support to special needs

children.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

∙ Knowledge of child education and childcare

∙ Calm, playful, and patient demeanor

∙ Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

∙ Strong organizational skills.

∙ Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evening or weekend availability.

∙ Incumbent must have a valid driver's license in order to perform transportation as

needed. If personal car is utilized, Gas and Mileage reimbursed.

∙ Background in special education, speech, behavioral therapy, or occupational therapy is a plus, but

not required

• Some over nights and occasional weekends

About Child:

Child (Trip) is a happy and lovable 8 yr old boy with a rare genetic disability that affects his

learning ability, communication, and emotional regulation. He is mobile and can both walk and

run. He loves music, playing trains, and travel on boats, airplanes, and cars.

If the applicant chooses to live in:

• Food provided

• Furnished accommodation

• Car (if needed), gas reimbursement if you use your own vehicle

• 40 hours per week (Some occassional overnights)

• Vacation 20 days (negotiable)

• Paid holidays

• Salary $85k NEG

• Please send your updated resume and salary requirements to [email protected]

Caregiver Live-Out Only

Date Updated: August 05, 2025

Date Filled: August 09, 2025

Caregiver for 90+ Female (Maryland)
We can only consider candidates who live in the DMV area.

The client is seeking a compassionate caregiver to complete a team of three caregivers for a woman in her 90s. We have supported this client for many years and highly recommend this position.

Primary Responsibilities

Personal Care

• Provide grooming and daily living assistance for an elderly (90+) female.

Safety

• Maintain a safe environment to support mobility and reduce fall risks in the home and during outings.

Medical Support

• Assist the onsite supervisor with scheduling and attending medical appointments.

• Provide medication reminders and ensure prescriptions are taken as directed.

Travel

• Drive the client using a company vehicle to medical appointments and social events.

• Travel with the client to ensure smooth check-in processes, wheelchair needs, and general assistance.

• Occasional extended travel may be required; a valid passport is necessary.

Other Duties

• Assist with managing and reviewing the client’s social calendar.

• Prepare light meals.

• Perform light housekeeping.

• Run errands as needed.

• Offer companionship when desired.

• Attend training sessions related to specialized areas of care.

• Provide minimal pet care for a small household dog.

• Maintain consistent communication with the supervisor regarding all work-related matters, including providing at least 30 days’ notice for leave requests.

Typical Work Hours

Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM (includes bathing and dressing)
Night Shift: 8:00 PM – 7:00 AM (covered by 3–4 caregivers)

Flexibility to extend shifts when needed is required.

Qualifications

• GED required.

• Active and maintained CNA/GNA state licenses.

• Five years of experience as a caregiver in a hospital, nursing home, or private home environment, specifically working with elderly individuals and age-related illnesses.

• Emergency preparedness knowledge.

• Must be vaccinated against COVID and comply with CDC-recommended vaccines for elder care providers.

• Must be conscientious, organized, and able to multitask effectively.

• Strong work ethic and a team-oriented mindset.

• Ability to maintain a positive and supportive environment.

• Reliable transportation.

• Adaptability and willingness to help with additional duties as needed.