Job Title: Housekeeper/After-School Care Assistant Location: Stony Brook, New York Compensation:
- -$35 per hour, depending on experience
- 1 week vacation
- Federal holidays off and paid
- Live-Out position
Schedule:
- Monday-Friday, 30 hours per week
- Work hours: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM or 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Duration:
About the Family:
- Adults: 1
- Children: 4 (ages 3, 5, 7, and 10)
- Pets: 1 dog, 2 cats
- Home Size: 2,500-3,000 sq. ft.
- Current Staff: Regular deep cleaning service
Position Responsibilities: Childcare:
- Care for 4 children, ages 3, 5, 7, and 10
- Pick up 3-year-old from school at 2:45 PM
- Get older children off the school bus at 3:25 PM
- Supervise homework
Housekeeping:
- Maintain tidiness between deep cleans
- Family laundry, including hand washing delicates
- Dishes, vacuuming, and general cleaning
- Organize and clean both refrigerators
- Keep the house organized, including closets, craft room, and basement
- Tidy up the front and back yard
Cooking:
- Prepare healthy after-school snacks (e.g., strawberries, fruit, vegetables, yogurts)
- Help start and prep dinner meals for the week
- Plain cooking as required
Errands:
- Run errands such as dry cleaner drop-offs and grocery shopping
- Maintain a running list of household needs (e.g., cleaning supplies, food)
- Ensure important items (e.g., jerseys, important shirts) are kept track of
Pet Care:
Ideal Candidate:
- Experienced in both housekeeping and childcare
- Kind, loving, and respectful with children
- Punctual, reliable, and drama-free
- Able to engage in light conversation and anticipate family needs
- Self-starter with a positive attitude
- Fluent in English
- Valid driver's license (car available for position)
Position Requirements:
- Relevant experience in childcare and housekeeping
- Minimum of 2 references
- Pass stringent background checks and drug testing upon offer of hire
How to Apply: If you are an organized, energetic, and caring individual who enjoys working with children and maintaining a tidy home, we would love to hear from you.