Play Area Team Member

Play Area Team Member Bluemont Local Alexandria, VA Job Details Part-time $16.02 - $19.02 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications Maintaining an organized workspace Childhood development Interpersonal skills Early childhood education Customer inquiry handling High school diploma or GED Curriculum implementation Safe environment creation Guest services Activity planning for children Full Job Description Join Our Team at Bluemont Local! The Opportunity Bluemont Local is growing, and we're looking for enthusiastic, caring, and positive Support Team Members to join us on weekdays and weekends ! If you love working with children and families, bring creative energy, and enjoy being part of a welcoming community space, we would love to meet you. We are currently hiring part-time team members for weekdays and two part-time positions for weekends . Ideally, candidates are available for both weekdays and weekends. Weekend hours range from 5-20 hours , typically split into morning and afternoon shifts . Our operating hours are 8:00 AM-7:00 PM . Ideal candidates are easygoing, artistic, dependable , and bring positive energy to everything they do. Prior childcare experience, creativity (especially for our art room!), and strong customer service skills are highly valued, as we welcome families into our space daily. About Bluemont Local Bluemont Local is Alexandria's boutique indoor playground designed for infants, toddlers, and children up to 6 years old . We offer open play, birthday parties, enrichment classes, and parenting workshops , all in a thoughtfully designed, small-scale environment. Our mission is simple and meaningful: to help families grow, learn, and love together . We are located in Del Ray, Alexandria (Oakville area) . Job Location & Space Our space includes: A beautiful wooden open-play structure A cozy lounge area A separate party room A creative art space with daily activities A small kitchen area for coffee and snacks Responsibilities - Birthday Parties Assist families with party setup, including decorations and food/beverages Transition the space from Open Play to Party mode Greet clients, guests, and vendors upon arrival Answer questions and help troubleshoot as needed Ensure all guests follow rules that promote safety and positive behavior Organize, clean, and sanitize toys and high-touch areas Responsibilities - Open Play Support front desk operations and assist parents/caregivers as needed Help children and caregivers with art projects and activities Create a safe, nurturing, and joyful environment for play and learning Lead story time when needed Plan, prepare, and assist with enrichment activities Encourage positive behaviors through clear and friendly guidance Help set up, organize, and clean the play space (including light vacuuming) Maintain cleanliness and safety throughout the facility Always ensure children's safety, even when caregivers are present

Skills & Qualifications Required:

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

1+ year of customer service experience 1+ year of childcare experience Background in early childhood education or a related field Experience as a nanny, babysitter, or caregiver You'll thrive in this role if you are: Friendly, cheerful, and genuinely enjoy working with children Creative, resourceful, and able to multitask Comfortable working independently and as part of a team Calm, people-oriented, and solutions-focused in challenging situations Able to communicate clearly with families and team members Reliable and proactive in reporting any concerns to management Willing to attend staff meetings and training sessions If you're passionate about creating joyful, safe, and enriching experiences for children and families, we encourage you to apply for the Bluemont Local Support Team position. We can't wait to meet you! ✨

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$16.02 - $19.02 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person