Job Description

About Us

We are a professional family based on Chicago’s North Shore with school-aged children. Both parents have demanding careers, and we value a home that is well-organized, warm, and enriching for our kids.

We are seeking an educated and experienced professional to partner with us in managing our household and supporting our children’s growth. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, discretion, and a genuine appreciation for culture, learning, and good manners.

This is a long-term role for someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in creating structure, and can contribute to a calm, well-run home.

What You’ll Do

Childcare (Afternoon–Evening):

• School pickup at 2:30pm; transport to activities and lessons
• Support with homework, reading, and projects
• Encourage manners, respect, and curiosity through daily interactions
• Coordinate playdates and enrichment activities
• Prepare and serve healthy family dinners; support evening routines

Household Operations (Before 2:30pm):

• Manage organization of a large home, improving systems for closets, storage, and children’s spaces over time
• Oversee household calendar, appointments, and schedules
• Grocery shopping, meal planning, and kitchen organization
• Run errands, manage deliveries and returns
• Liaise with cleaners, contractors, and service providers
• Develop and maintain a household manual and standard operating procedures

Family Support:

• Assist with travel arrangements and logistics
• Plan and coordinate children’s birthdays and family events
• Provide administrative support that helps the household run smoothly and frees parents to focus on professional obligations

Candidate Profile:

• 5+ years’ experience in private households, family assistant, or household management roles
• Educated and culturally engaged; comfortable sharing enriching experiences with children
• Highly organized, proactive, and skilled at creating and maintaining systems
• Professional presence: polished communication, discretion, reliability, and sound judgment
• Warm and grounded: patient and kind with children, adaptable in family life
• Tech-savvy: proficient with MS Office, Apple devices, online scheduling and productivity tools
• Culinary ability: able to prepare healthy, simple meals
• Driver’s license with clean record required
• Non-smoker

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive rate depending on experience
• Guaranteed 40–50 hours/week
• Paid vacation/holidays
• Long-term, stable role with a supportive family
• Housing Option: A private carriage house apartment, separate from the main residence , is available for the right candidate who prefers a live-in arrangement. Live-in is optional; live-out candidates are also welcome to apply.

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