Part-Time Family Assistant, Wilton CT
A warm, busy Wilton family is seeking a reliable, organized, and proactive Family Assistant to help keep their household running smoothly. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who genuinely enjoys both working with children and taking care of the details that make a home feel organized and well supported.
The family has one child, age 6 years old
Location: Wilton, CT
Compensation: $30-35 per hour
Schedule:
10 hours per week. Ideal schedule is:
1 hr remote on Monday for a quick weekly planning check in. 15-min phone check in at a regular time about the week and review meal plans, etc over text or email. Family Assistant could prep shopping lists, create a Whole Foods cart for delivery, etc.
4.5 hours Tuesday and Thursday to handle household matters (logistics, meal prep, laundry folding, errands) etc. There might be a little childcare on days when parents both need to work the afternoon and they are not taking the child to activities. Could be 1-5:30 or something similar.
Family is open to considering other days if Family Assistant prefers
Potential for additional hours (date nights, additional daytime hours) on occasion if Family Assistant desire
Start Date: ASAP
Benefits:
Weekly guaranteed hours
Paid holidays
Paid vacation days (10 days)
Sick days (5 days)
Yearly review and a possibility of annual raise (merit based)
Car provided for on-the-job use
Responsibilities:
Running miscellaneous errands, including grocery shopping, using the family car
Preparing snacks and simple meals for the child; occasional meal prep for the family (chopping and preparing veggies or other simple meal prep tasks) appreciated
Laundry for the child and parents
Household tasks such as:
Keeping essential supplies stocked, ordering items when supplies are running low;
Light tidying (including loading/unloading the dishwasher, tidying toys, folding and putting away laundry, keeping common spaces tidy, etc);
Opening packages and breaking down boxes for recycling;
Clearing out old toys, books, and clothes that are no longer being used
Provide attentive, dependable care for the child as needed
Notice what needs to be done and take initiative during downtime
Help to maintain a smooth household rhythm
Flexibility for occasional evenings is preferred but not required
Must-haves:
Someone kind, responsible, and fun
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a similar role
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record; Strong and confident driver
CPR/First Aid certified
Someone who genuinely enjoys household tasks and creating an organized home
Proactive and comfortable taking initiative
Excellent organization, communication, and attention to detail
Agency Requirements:
Intent to make a long-term commitment to a role
Candidates should have a valid US driver’s license and have a clean driving record
21+ years of age
Current CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to become certified/renew certification upon hire
Minimum of a high-school diploma
Willing to participate in a criminal background check and social media check
Legally authorized to work in the US
Have a relevant job history with outstanding references
