SV042 - Part-Time Family Assistant - Upper West Side

Overview

A busy single-parent household in Manhattan is seeking a proactive, organized, and dependable Part-Time Family Assistant to support the daily operations of the home and assist with after-school logistics for one school-aged child.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating order, staying several steps ahead, and helping a household run smoothly. While there is an after-school childcare component, the position is primarily family assistant-focused and includes meal preparation, household organization, errands, laundry, and general household support.

The family lives in a compact, well-maintained city apartment and is looking for someone who takes pride in keeping a home running efficiently. The ideal candidate is resourceful, city-savvy, and comfortable navigating Manhattan independently.

The schedule is Monday through Friday from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM, guaranteeing 30 hours per week. The family is also open to discussing a Monday through Thursday schedule from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM for the right candidate.

This is a long-term opportunity for a candidate seeking stability, consistency, and the chance to become a trusted part of a family's support system. The desired start date is no later than July 6.

Responsibilities

• Manage school pickup and after-school logistics for one child.
• Coordinate activities, lessons, and occasional overnight packing and preparation.
• Prepare healthy, simple family dinners and assist with weekly meal planning.
• Complete grocery shopping and household errands.
• Maintain organization throughout the home, including resetting common areas daily.
• Handle dishes, trash removal, laundry, folding, and general household upkeep.
• Coordinate deliveries and allow vendors access to the home when needed.
• Assist with household inventory and replenishment of supplies.
• Support travel preparation and holiday logistics as needed.
• Provide occasional support with a senior Yorkie as needed (dog walker in place).

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Family Assistant, Personal Assistant, Household Assistant, or Nanny/Family Assistant.
• Highly proactive with the ability to anticipate needs and take initiative.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable managing both childcare and household responsibilities.
• City-savvy and confident navigating Manhattan independently.
• Strong communication skills and a service-oriented mindset.
• Dependable, consistent, and highly trustworthy.
• Comfortable preparing healthy, family-style meals.

Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Fluent English.
• Comfortable using Uber and navigating New York City with a child.
• Comfortable working in a home with a small senior dog.
• Able to provide excellent professional references.
• Willing to work legally on payroll.

Salary and Benefits

• $35–$40/hour DOE.
• Guaranteed 30 hours per week.
• Paid holidays.
• PTO.
• OMNY transportation benefit.