Family Assistant

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.

Full-Time Nanny

Job Title: Full-Time Nanny – Private Household

Location: Arlington, VA

Schedule:Full-Time; flexibility required for days, evenings, and occasional weekends

Compensation: $90-$120k, relocation assistance available if needed

POSITION OVERVIEW:

A private family in Arlington, VA is seeking an experienced and nurturing Full-Time Nanny to care for their three young children (all under the age of five). The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in a high-net-worth or fully staffed private residence and a proven ability to balance structure, creativity, and warmth in a dynamic household. Applicants familiar with the DMV area are preferred.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide attentive, developmentally appropriate care for three young children.

• Create and implement structured daily routines and engaging, age-appropriate activities (educational play, outdoor time, creative projects, etc.).

• Manage children’s daily schedules, including naps, meals, and extracurricular activities.

• Prepare and serve healthy meals and snacks for the children.

• Maintain children’s bedrooms, play areas, toys, and wardrobes in organized condition.

• Handle children’s laundry and assist with packing and unpacking for trips.

• Travel with the family domestically and internationally as required.

• Collaborate with parents and household staff to ensure smooth household operations.

• Maintain strict confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

• Valid passport (for travel).

• Clean background check and verifiable professional references.

• 3–5 years of full-time experience as a Nanny in a private or HNW residence.

• Experience caring for multiple young children simultaneously.

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

• Strong communication skills, reliability, and adaptability.

• Flexibility to adjust hours as needed based on family schedule.

• Must successfully pass a background check and drug screening.

• Must be a U.S.-born or naturalized citizen.

Personal Qualities

• Warm, patient, and energetic personality.

• Highly organized and proactive.

• Discreet, respectful, and aligned with traditional family values.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-expectation household environment.