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6-10 years of experience
Worked for several expat families (French, British, Japanese, Chinese) providing domestic support in managing multiple household activities
- Shopped and prepared all meals for families managed to strict budgets
- Maintained household cleanliness and organization on a daily basis
- Performed administrative and special tasks as required
0-5 years of experience
Cleaned the kitchen and family areas with focus on sanitary standards.
- Prepared healthy family meals and snacks: occasionally prepared meals for parties and family gatherings.
- Helped children with school homework.
- Taught the children English 2 hours a night.
10+ years of experience
- Performed routine housekeeping duties
- Planned meals, cost, and ordered supplies
- Conducted and coordinated frequent grocery shopping
6-10 years of experience
Supervision of children after school, one child with behavior issues.
- Make sure that children complete their homework, chores and other activities.
- Take children to appointments and share relevant information with parent.
- Supervise children overnight and prepare healthy meals when parent is away.
- Perform weekly domestic duties.
- House and pet sit while family is away.
10+ years of experience
Complete schedule cleaning tasks in assigned home areas.
- Clean kitchen utensils after use including ovens, stoves, and refrigerator.
- Clean rugs and carpets, curtains, draperies, and blinds.
- Ensure hygiene of bathroom and kitchen areas.
- Change and wash linens. Collect unclean and used clothes for listed laundry.
- Assist in the purchasing of groceries.
- Prepare meals based on client’s dietary needs.
- Assist with administrative tasks such as answer the phone, scheduling appointments, making reservations.
6-10 years of experience
- Served as full-time nanny for 4 month-old infant
- Currently care for and assist 7 year-old child with Downs Syndrome
- Transport children to extracurricular activities and execute household duties and errands
0-5 years of experience
Cleaning and organizing the house in a timely manner.
- Provide companionship.
- Provide transportation when needed.
- Ensure security and safety of resident by monitoring premises during routine maintenance.
Domestic Helper Duties and Responsibilities
The true scope of a Domestic Helper’s job will depend upon the needs of the family they work for, but there are a few primary responsibilities that can be applied to nearly all Domestic Helper positions. A review of current job listings identified the following core responsibilities.
Complete Housekeeping Tasks One of the main duties of a Domestic Helper is providing regular housekeeping. This may include sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, laundry and cleaning dishes. They may also be asked to prepare some or all of the family meals. Some Domestic Helpers are also tasked with gardening or lawn maintenance.
Run Errands In addition to their daily cleaning duties, Domestic Helpers are called upon to periodically perform errands. These will vary depending on the needs of the family but may include, dropping off or picking up children, grocery shopping, making a trip to the drycleaner or taking a family member to doctor appointments or other engagements.
Provide Caregiving Services Domestic Helpers often act as caregivers to small children or elderly members of the family. This may encompass a large amount of duties from helping them to bathe and dress to ensuring they take their daily medications. Some Domestic Helpers are hired primarily to perform these duties, while others may only occasionally assist in this area.
Domestic Helper Skills
Domestic Helpers must be reliable and physically able to perform their duties. They should have good time management skills as well as the ability to work with minimal supervision. Domestic Helpers should also possess good communication skills. In addition to these traits, employers look for applicants with the following skillsets. Core skills: Based on job listings we looked at, employers want Domestic Helpers with these core skills. If you want to work as a Domestic Helper, focus on the following.
- Knowledge of cleaning procedures and practices
- Experience as a caregiver to small children or elderly adults
- Ability to read and follow instructions
- Ability to prepare meals and snacks
- Knowledgeable of safety practices
- Ability to meet physical requirements, such as lifting, bending, and standing for duration of shift
Advanced skills: While most employers did not require the following skills, multiple job listings included them as preferred. Add these to your skillset and broaden your career options.
- CPR certification
- Valid driver license
Domestic Helper Resources
There are some helpful and informational resources available on the Web for those interested in becoming a Domestic Helper. We scoured the internet and found these links full of learning opportunities. On the Web
Nanny Magazine – This magazine is full of informative articles and great ideas and games to play with kids. You can choose to pay for a print subscription or sign up to receive the digital version free.
Molly Maid’s Cleaning Institute – The popular and successful maid service company, Molly Maid, dedicates a section of their website to providing free advice and cleaning tips. It makes a great quick resource for the Domestic Helper. Domestic Helper Books
The Professional Housekeeper – This updated text provides the latest technologies and techniques for the modern housekeeper. With chapters covering things like “green cleaning” and recycling, this book covers it all.
Becoming a Nanny: Working as a Live-in Childcare Provider – Written by an experienced live-in nanny, this book delves into the reality of live-in childcare exploring duties and tasks as well as personal temperaments best suited to such care. It also provides a great deal of resources for nannies.
The Professional Cleaner’s Personal Handbook – A comprehensive training manual for those who clean for a living. Industry Groups
International Executive Housekeepers Association – Founded in 1930, IEHA provides its members with education opportunities, professional growth and job referral services.
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