Full-Time Family & Household Manager Needed in Walnut Creek, CA

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Quick Summary

Key Responsibilities

Childcare & Developmental Support Provide structured, attentive care for four children across multiple age groups (toddler through teenager) Manage and execute morning routines including wake-ups,

Requirements Summary

1.5x hourly rate for hours worked over 40/week 1.

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Location: Walnut Creek / Alamo, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time; Live-Out (W-2)
Children: Four children, ages 18 months – 14 years
Start Date: Immediately - June 2026

Schedule Overview:

This is a full-time role with varying weekly structure due to a 2-3-2 custody rotation schedule.

When children are in the active household:

Full-day support including mornings, school transportation, after-school care, and household management from 6am - 5pm

When children are in the alternate household:

Reduced schedule of up to 8 hours per day, starting at 8am; focused on household management, errands, organization, meal preparation, and family logistics

Schedule flexibility is required due to custody transitions

Occasional weekend support with advance notice

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly compensation: $45–$52/hr (W-2) depending on experience and qualifications

This role is California-compliant and includes overtime pay in accordance with state labor laws:

1.5x hourly rate for hours worked over 40/week
1.5x for hours worked over 9 hours in a single day
Double time for hours exceeding 12 hours in a single day (when applicable)
Guaranteed W-2 payroll structure

What We Offer

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✓2 weeks paid vacation

✓Paid holidays (standard U.S. holidays)

✓Paid sick leave per California law

✓Mileage reimbursement for work-related driving

✓Guaranteed weekly hours

Responsibilities

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Childcare & Developmental Support

→Provide structured, attentive care for four children across multiple age groups (toddler through teenager)
→Manage and execute morning routines including wake-ups, breakfast, hygiene, and school preparation
→Ensure timely school drop-offs and after-school pick-ups with safe transportation
→Oversee after-school routines including decompression time, snacks, homework support, and structured activities
→Provide consistent guidance, supervision, and emotional support tailored to each child’s developmental stage
→Support behavior consistency, routine adherence, and smooth transitions between homes in a shared custody (2-3-2) schedule
→Coordinate and transport children to extracurricular activities, appointments, and school-related events
→Maintain a calm, structured, and supportive environment that promotes stability across both households
→Communicate daily updates regarding children’s schedules, needs, and activities to parents as appropriate
→Ensure seamless transitions between two households, maintaining consistency in routines, belongings, and schedules
→Track and manage household transitional logistics including school materials, clothing, extracurricular equipment, and transitions
→Support communication between households as needed to ensure alignment on schedules and activities
→Maintain structure and predictability for children during home transitions for children

Household Management & Home Operations

→Maintain overall organization and functionality of the home, ensuring systems are efficient and consistently upheld
→Oversee day-to-day household operations including cleanliness standards, organization, and readiness for family routines
→Manage grocery shopping, household inventory, and restocking of essential supplies
→Plan, prepare, and coordinate healthy family meals and dinner routines (including meal prep when needed)
→Coordinate with household vendors including cleaners, maintenance providers, landscaping, and service professionals
→Ensure household calendars, appointments, deliveries, and schedules are managed and organized effectively
→Assist in maintaining structured systems across both households to ensure continuity during custody transitions
→Anticipate household needs proactively and take initiative to resolve issues before escalation

Provide high-level personal and household support to the primary parent in managing daily life logistics
Manage calendars, scheduling conflicts, and coordination of personal and family appointments
Assist with travel planning, reservations, and coordination of family-related logistics
Handle personal errands including returns, pickups, appointments, and miscellaneous tasks
Support organization of personal and family priorities to reduce administrative and mental load
Act as a trusted right-hand support in managing day-to-day family operations and household flow
Provide anticipatory support by identifying upcoming needs and proactively addressing them
Maintain strict confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism at all times

Operate independently with strong judgment and minimal supervision
Maintain a calm, organized, and solution-oriented presence in a dynamic household
Communicate clearly and proactively with parents regarding updates, issues, and scheduling needs
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability within a structured but rotating custody environment
Uphold consistency, reliability, and professionalism in all aspects of household and childcare support

Requirements

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Candidates must meet the following baseline requirements to be considered:

Minimum 5+ years of professional childcare experience, ideally including both nanny and household management roles
Strong experience supporting multiple children across different developmental stages (toddler through teenager)
Valid CPR & First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain prior to start)
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Reliable personal vehicle for work-related transportation
Strong, verifiable professional childcare references (minimum 3 required)
Authorized to work in the United States (W-2 employment required)
Willingness to complete a comprehensive background check including criminal, DMV, and reference verification
TrustLine certification (or willingness to obtain, as required in California)
Non-smoker
Comfortable working in homes with pets
High level of professionalism, discretion, and emotional maturity
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Willing to sign NDA upon interviewing with our agency

This is a high-trust, high-responsibility role designed for a candidate who thrives in structured but dynamic environments and can confidently support both children and household operations at a senior level.