Play Assistant

Job Summary At Play Street Museum Fairfax, we create a joyful, imaginative, and educational space where children learn through play. As a team member, you'll be at the heart of that mission—welcoming families, supporting interactive play, and helping keep our environment clean, safe, and fun. This role blends customer service, light admin, and creative engagement with children.

Responsibilities Guest Experience :

Greet families warmly, manage check-ins/reservations, and provide excellent customer service throughout their visit.

Play Facilitation:

Guide and engage children during open-play sessions, themed events, birthday parties, and craft activities.

Exhibit Oversigh t:

Monitor play areas like our Farm building, the discovery rug, peg board, slime lab, and duplo table to ensure safety and encourage imaginative play.

Cleanliness & Safety:

Reset exhibits and follow cleaning protocols between sessions to keep our space tidy and safe. Monitor for cleanliness and intervene with cleaning protocols as necessary. Follow closing cleaning protocols and museum upkeep.

Admin & Operations :

Answer phone calls, assist with reservations, manage basic retail transactions, and help track inventory. Maintain an understanding of the monthly featured activity and daily enrichment schedule to ensure that Play Street Ashburn is current and the appropriate activities are available for guests.

Team Support:

Assist with opening/closing tasks, restocking craft supplies, and maintaining exhibit materials.

Qualifications:

Prior customer service or child-focused experience preferred, but not required. Comfortable with physical activity, including standing, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Reliable, organized, and able to multitask in a dynamic setting. A love for playful learning, creativity, and working with young children. Weekend availability required; weekday shifts also available (especially during school breaks).

Schedule & Compensation:

Hours:

8-24 hours per week (flexible, based on need).

Shifts:

Primarily daytime and weekends; closed on

Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and Easter Pay:

$16.00/hour Join us as a Play Assistant to help shape joyful early childhood experiences! This role is perfect for passionate individuals eager to support children's growth in a lively, supportive environment.

Pay:

From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule

Language:

fluent English (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Fairfax, VA 22031 (Required)

Work Location:

In person