A warm and welcoming family in Pikesville, MD is seeking a dependable and proactive Family Assistant to help keep their busy household running smoothly while supporting their two young children (1-year-old & almost 4-year-old). This role is the perfect blend of childcare and household assistance, making it ideal for someone who enjoys staying organized, taking initiative, and becoming a valued part of a family's daily routine. Care is needed on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30am to 5:30pm, though the family can be flexible by approximately 30 minutes to an hour on either end of the day if preferred. Full-day care will also be needed when the children are home from daycare or school due to holidays, breaks, or illness. Each day will begin by helping the children get ready for daycare and school before driving them to their nearby program, located less than five minutes from the family's home. Once the children are settled, you'll help tackle household tasks such as family laundry, loading and unloading the dishwasher, tidying common living areas, preparing simple meal ingredients (such as chopping vegetables), running local errands like grocery shopping or Target pick-ups, and giving the family's sweet, well-behaved dog a midday walk. In the afternoon, you'll pick the children up from school, help them transition back home, and keep the evening running smoothly until the parents return. A reliable driver with a personal vehicle is required, as daily transportation is an important part of the role. The family hopes to find someone who is dependable, flexible, and excited to build a long-term relationship while becoming a trusted extension of their family.

An active, welcoming family in Lutherville, MD is searching for an energetic, engaging Family Assistant to become a long-term part of their household. This opportunity offers room to grow, with the potential to transition into more of a Household Assistant role as the children become increasingly independent. The family has three wonderful children (ages 12, 10, and 6) who love staying active! Whether they're playing soccer, lacrosse, baseball, squash, swimming in the backyard pool, or enjoying family game nights, there's always something fun happening. They're hoping to find someone who will jump right in, whether that's playing sports, bouncing on the trampoline, getting creative with arts and crafts, cooking or baking with the kids, or encouraging new activities and adventures. While the children are at school or busy with activities, you'll help keep the household running smoothly by organizing the children's spaces, assisting with family and children's laundry, running errands, grocery shopping, and preparing simple meals. Meal preparation is straightforward and family-friendly, including making the children's lunches and dinners and occasionally helping Mom with chopping vegetables or preparing simple lunch items. The family feels this position may be especially appealing to a current college student or recent graduate, though they're open to candidates from all backgrounds who are excited about the opportunity. The family offers guaranteed hours and flexibility in scheduling, with opportunities ranging from 20 to 40 hours per week depending on the right fit. Mom works from home full-time and values someone who can take initiative, work independently, and bring a positive, engaging presence to their busy household.

A warm and active family in Arlington, VA is seeking a dependable and proactive Family Assistant to help keep their household running smoothly while providing afternoon care for their 4-year-old son and 2-year-old daughter. The position is Monday through Friday from 12:00–6:00 PM, for approximately 30 hours per week. The Family Assistant will spend the first part of the afternoon handling household responsibilities before transitioning to childcare after school pickup. Currently, pickup is around 5:00 PM; beginning next school year, when their son starts Kindergarten, pickup will be around 3:00 PM. The schedule will remain consistent during the summer and on days when the children are home due to illness or school closures. Household responsibilities include family laundry, grocery shopping and occasional errands, ironing as needed, and keeping common areas & children’s spaces organized. The family would also appreciate help with simple meal preparation. They are not looking for a professional chef but would love someone comfortable preparing nutritious meals, following provided recipes, and occasionally suggesting meal ideas. Someone who takes initiative and anticipates household needs would be especially valued. Once the children are home, the focus will shift to their afternoon routines and engaging them in age-appropriate activities within a positive, structured environment. Both children love being active and spending time outdoors, and the family would love someone who is just as excited to get outside and play! They also have access to a neighborhood pool during the summer, so swimming ability is a plus but not required. One child has an EpiPen that may need to be administered in the event of an allergic reaction. Previous EpiPen experience is not required, and the family is happy to arrange hands-on training so their Family Assistant feels knowledgeable, prepared, and comfortable using it if ever needed. A driver is required, and the family will provide a vehicle for work-related driving. The family also has a sweet Aussiedoodle named Alfred who is great with the children and generally keeps to himself. No pet care is required.

An active family in Ellicott City is seeking a warm, energetic, and organized Family Assistant to help keep their busy household running smoothly! The schedule is Monday–Thursday, 1:00 PM–7:00 PM (24 hours per week). The schedule will remain consistent throughout the school year, summer, and school closures. During the summer, the children will attend camps for most weeks, with approximately 1–2 weeks spent at home. The family would also appreciate someone who can occasionally accommodate additional morning hours to assist with the children's routines and drop-offs when Mom travels for work. With two active children, ages 7 (boy) and 4 (girl), there's never a dull moment! Their 7-year-old enjoys swimming, piano, and Cub Scouts, while their 4-year-old participates in gymnastics and swimming. The Family Assistant will help manage afternoon routines, provide transportation to activities, assist with homework, and encourage daily 15-minute piano practice for their son. Beyond childcare, responsibilities include children's and family laundry, tidying the children's bedrooms, keeping the kitchen straightened, and assisting with meal preparation. Family meal support will primarily involve prepping ingredients, with occasional simple cooking once or twice a week, depending on the candidate's comfort level and mutual agreement. Household organization will also be an important part of this role! The family would love someone who enjoys creating and maintaining organized spaces, including the pantry, kitchen cupboards, children's playroom, and bedrooms. The goal is to help establish practical organizational systems that work well for the family and then assist with keeping those systems in place. Additional household support will include helping with their weekly online grocery orders, managing some of the administrative tasks associated with placing orders, and occasionally picking up groceries as needed. Both parents work from home part of the time, so the Family Assistant should be comfortable working in a shared household environment while independently managing daily responsibilities. The family is flexible about transportation and welcomes candidates who prefer to use either their own vehicle or a family vehicle. They are also open to someone bringing their own child, ideally close in age to their children. Looking ahead: The family plans to relocate to Bethesda or Potomac in Summer 2027 and hopes to find someone interested in continuing with them after the move. They are seeking a commitment of at least one year, with the hope of building a lasting relationship!