Part-Time Family Assistant, Darien, CT

Written By Jane Thielen

Part-time family assistant needed for a family in Darien, CT with 2 children, ages 9 years and 12 years old.

Location: Darien, CT

Pay: $30 per hour

Schedule:

  • Monday - Friday, 6:30AM - 12:30PM OR 12:30PM - 6:30PM (whichever time frame the candidate prefers!)

Start date: As soon as the right fit is found

Benefits:

  • Weekly Guaranteed Hours

  • Paid Holidays

  • Paid Vacation and Sick Days

  • Yearly Raise

  • Vehicle provided for on-the-job use

Responsibilities include:

  • Childcare responsibilities including daily routines, supervision, and enrichment activities

  • Prepare simple meals for the family 4 nights a week

  • Provide swim supervision for the children

  • Support of children after school– help with transportation, homework and healthy snacks

  • Unload/load the dishwasher and keep the sink empty of dishes

  • Hand wash pots and pans

  • Wipe down the kitchen counters, backsplash, and table

  • Take out garbage and recycling as needed

  • Organize kids’ closets, drawers, bedrooms, playrooms, etc.

  • Organize kitchen pantry and clean out the refrigerator/freezer

  • Assist with the family’s laundry, towels & sheets, including folding, hanging, and putting clothes away

  • Maintain household needs by making lists for the parents of food/supplies running low

  • Tidy/straighten in high traffic areas of the house

  • Help prepare and pack daily lunches and healthy snack options

  • Bring in boxes left on the front porch by mail service

  • Organize and assist with packing children’s things prior to vacations

  • Prepare family medications in containers for the week

  • Prepare any after-school/camp-related clothes or supplies (tennis rackets, piano music,

    etc.)

  • Run errands and grocery shopping

  • Manage household appointments

  • Feed the cat and clean out the automatic kitty litters regularly (family has 1 hypoallergenic cat, Cheetoh breed)

Must-Haves:

  • Prior experience in a similar role

  • Comfort with multitasking and managing a dynamic home

  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

  • Vaccinated for COVID-19

  • Marie Kondo folding skills

  • Excellent communication and organizational skills

  • Keen attention to detail

  • CPR/ First aid certified

Agency Requirements:

  • Intent to make a long-term commitment to a role

  • Candidates should have a valid CT driver’s license and have a clean driving record

  •  18+ years of age

  • 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


Jane Thielen
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