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Entry Level Indoor Playground Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Custodian - (Nogales Area)

Nogales, AZ · On-site

$15.45/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Custodian takes out and returns non-permanent playground equipment and materials as necessary ... Reporting to the Site Supervisor, the Custodian position is an entry-level position funded to work ...

Teacher Assistant - Early Learning

Plainville, CT

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Some entry-level experience in a classroom setting required; early childhood focus preferred ... Maintains playground area by cleaning and sanitizing high touch areas after each classroom outside ...

Teacher Assistant - Early Learning

Plainville, CT

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Some entry-level experience in a classroom setting required; early childhood focus preferred ... Maintains playground area by cleaning and sanitizing high touch areas after each classroom outside ...

$12 - $15.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Some entry-level experience in a classroom setting required; early childhood focus preferred ... Maintains playground area by cleaning and sanitizing high touch areas after each classroom outside ...

Early Childhood Teacher

Lakewood, OH

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Some entry-level experience in a classroom setting required; early childhood focus preferred ... Maintains playground area by cleaning and sanitizing high touch areas after each classroom outside ...

Teacher Assistant - Early Learning

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$17.95 - $21.65/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Some entry-level experience in a classroom setting required; early childhood focus preferred ... Maintains playground area by cleaning and sanitizing high touch areas after each classroom outside ...

Early Childhood Teacher

Lakewood, OH

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Some entry-level experience in a classroom setting required; early childhood focus preferred ... Maintains playground area by cleaning and sanitizing high touch areas after each classroom outside ...

Early Childhood Teacher

Lakewood, OH · On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Some entry-level experience in a classroom setting required; early childhood focus preferred ... Maintains playground area by cleaning and sanitizing high touch areas after each classroom outside ...

Classroom Support - 32 Hours

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$16.70/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Some entry-level experience in a classroom setting preferred; early childhood focus preferred ... Maintains playground area by cleaning and sanitizing high touch areas after each classroom outside ...

Classroom Support - 32 Hours

Cleveland, OH

$13.50 - $17.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Some entry-level experience in a classroom setting preferred; early childhood focus preferred ... Maintains playground area by cleaning and sanitizing high touch areas after each classroom outside ...

Early Childhood Teacher

Lakewood, OH · On-site

$21.64 - $23.61/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Some entry-level experience in a classroom setting required; early childhood focus preferred ... Maintains playground area by cleaning and sanitizing high touch areas after each classroom outside ...

Early Childhood Teacher

Lakewood, OH

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Some entry-level experience in a classroom setting required; early childhood focus preferred ... Maintains playground area by cleaning and sanitizing high touch areas after each classroom outside ...

Classroom Support - 32 Hours

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$13.50 - $17.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Some entry-level experience in a classroom setting preferred; early childhood focus preferred ... Maintains playground area by cleaning and sanitizing high touch areas after each classroom outside ...

Classroom Support - 32 Hours

Cleveland, OH

$13.50 - $17.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Some entry-level experience in a classroom setting preferred; early childhood focus preferred ... Maintains playground area by cleaning and sanitizing high touch areas after each classroom outside ...

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How much do entry level indoor playground jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level indoor playground in the United States is $45,046.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,000.00 and $50,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Indoor Playground vs Childcare Assistant?

AspectEntry Level Indoor PlaygroundChildcare Assistant
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; some locations may require CPR certificationHigh school diploma; CPR certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentIndoor play centers, recreational facilities, family entertainment venuesDaycare centers, preschools, childcare facilities
Employer & Industry UsageRecreation, entertainment, family servicesChildcare, education, social services

Both roles involve working with children in indoor settings, requiring similar certifications like CPR. However, Entry Level Indoor Playground positions focus on supervising play areas in entertainment venues, while Childcare Assistants work in educational or daycare environments, often with more structured curricula. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right fit based on work environment and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Indoor Playground job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,046 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

Custodian - (Nogales Area)

Child-Parent Centers, Inc.

Nogales, AZ • On-site

$15.45/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Location: Nogales Head Start 125 East Madison Nogales, AZ 85621
Level: Entry
Position Type: 40 hours/week - mid-July to May, Approx. 7:30am - 3:30pm
Salary Range: $15.45 per hour
Travel %: In Town
Job Shift: Split (M-F) various shifts; work is in-person and has limited eligibility for remote work, may require working some evenings and weekends.
Job Categories: Service Worker
Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt
Supervisor: Center Manager
Supervises: None
Job Summary:
Child-Parent Centers is looking for a Custodian to join our team. The ideal candidate for this position has previous experience cleaning licensed childcare facilities where sanitation and safety regulations must be met. The Custodian is responsible for cleaning the interior and exterior spaces of the building, including classrooms, restrooms, offices, walkways, playground spaces for outdoor play time, and related storage areas. The Custodian also conducts light yard work such as pulling or spraying weeds, minor trimming of bushes, or where applicable mowing or trimming grass. The Custodian must identify and remove any hazardous items from the playground prior to children's use each day. The Custodian takes out and returns non-permanent playground equipment and materials as necessary. The Custodian is responsible for managing and maintaining appropriate janitorial supplies: filling dispensers, organizing storage areas, tracking supply levels, and preparing and submitting orders to the supervisor for approval. This position requires effective communication and organizational skills and the ability to work in a time-sensitive environment. Reporting to the Site Supervisor, the Custodian position is an entry-level position funded to work 5-8 hours per day Monday through Friday and works a split shift. If you have custodial experience, consider submitting an application today!
Benefits:
  • Paid Leave - 24 paid holidays, 5 days paid vacation after one year and up to 10-20 days each year thereafter, and 5-8 days paid Personal leave first year, 8-10 days each year thereafter, up to 5 days paid Sick leave each year.
  • Insurance benefits - Dental, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Reimbursement Arrangements, Health Savings Accounts, PPO medical (3 plans), Vision, and Supplemental Life coverage for self, spouse, and child ($25,000 basic life and Accidental Death and Disability provided by employer). Supplemental coverages (Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance), and pet insurance.
  • Retirement Plan - Agency contribution after years of services and hours of eligibility criteria are met. Employee 401k deferral once eligibility is met.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Possess a High School Diploma or GED
  • Must be 18 years of age.
  • Prior experience providing custodial services, using a cleaning chemical system, and/or completing light yard work and clean up.
  • Submit a current AZ Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card prior to start date.
  • Able to pass a company paid physical exam prior to starting work.
  • Able to pass a DES Centralized Background Check prior to starting work.
  • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Competencies:
  • Accountability and Dependability
  • Accuracy
  • Safety Focus
  • Teamwork
  • Self-Management
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Technology

Other Requirements (post hire)
  • Must be able to travel to and from various sites as needed.
  • Provide proof of immunizations: MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Tdap (adult Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis), and a clear Tuberculosis Skin Self-Assessment.
  • Ability to maintain a valid level fingerprint clearance card and annual DES Centralized Background Check.
  • Must be able to prove the right to work in the USA by providing appropriate documents to complete the Federal I-9 form.
  • Must possess or have the ability to obtain and keep current certification in First Aid Training/CPR training including Infants and Children.
  • Must possess or have the ability to obtain and keep current a Food Handler's Certificate issued by the Arizona health department.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand Spanish.
  • Three (3) years' experience cleaning a licensed childcare facility.
  • Three (3) years' experience working with Child-Parent Centers or other Head Start grantee or delegate agency.
  • Demonstrated proficiency using Office 365 (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Work Environment:
  • Indoor and Outdoor including extreme outdoor temperatures at peak times of the day (exceeds 85 degrees or below 32 degrees)
  • Daily direct work with hazardous cleaning or yard chemicals
  • Exposure to environmental hazards such as blood-borne pathogens, communicable illnesses, or animal feces
  • Requires working with motorized and/or sharp tools.

Physical Requirements:
Frequently
  • Stoop, bend, kneel, reach, push, pull
  • Lift (10-25lbs)
  • Move furniture, chairs, carpet
  • Raking and turning of sand
  • Receive and stock custodial supplies

Occasionally
  • Climb ladder or step stool

Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
Custodial Responsibilities:
  • Clean classroom(s), kitchen, restrooms, and office facilities to ensure that they are free of dirt, odors, insects, and vermin. Cleans and inspects playgrounds to ensure that they are free of dangerous objects, debris, and weeds. Complete work according to Center Cleaning Checklists.
  • Notify supervisor of maintenance needs and/or safety hazards related to all areas of the center. Submit to the Work Request system as requested by the Supervisor.
  • Prepare supply requests and submit them to the supervisor to order necessary cleaning supplies. Store hazardous or dangerous items in a locked storage area that is inaccessible to children.
  • Organize storage areas to ensure accurate inventory of cleaning supplies and materials.
  • Take out scheduled playground equipment before outdoor playtime begins and store after outdoor playtime is completed.
  • Ensure soft surfacing is maintained in required areas including raking artificial turf or sand on a regular basis.
  • Water down hot surfaces when season requires it, including water of sand area for child play.
  • Ensure drinking water is available and accessible to children during outdoor playtime.
  • Use caution tape to designate unsafe areas to ensure children are not allowed in the area.
  • Has an active role in the closedown cleaning process.
  • Ensure the facility is secured at the end of the day.
  • Where applicable, communicate with co-workers to minimize duplicate ordering, reporting, or cleaning.

Supervision:
  • Identify self-growth, development goals, and strategies for achievement with support and input from supervisor.
  • Commit and participate in consistent and planned meetings with supervisor to further professional growth by seeking feedback, reflecting on and assessing own practice, and taking advantage of opportunities to improve skills and knowledge.

Record-keeping, Monitoring and Reporting:
  • Prepare and submit janitorial supplies for order forms to supervisor and/or Procurement as assigned.
  • Assist in the receipt of supply orders and storing in designated areas.

Leadership, Management and Teamwork:
  • Actively participate on the center team and contribute to the decision-making process for compliance, strategic initiatives, professional development, budget, governance, and agency self-assessment
  • Train and support volunteers, substitutes and center staff with cleaning procedures, routines, and the proper use of equipment.

Responsibilities for all Child-Parent Centers, Inc.:
  • Understand and model the agency's vision, mission, and philosophy within the agency and the community.
  • Demonstrate approachability, ownership, accountability, and life-long learning.
  • Use the agency's communication and problem-solving approach.
    • Seek the perspective of others.
    • Identify emerging issues and contribute new knowledge.
    • Work to de-escalate when emotions and stakes are high.
  • Maintain professional behavior and relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Use agency systems and technologies to accomplish work.
  • Maintain a high level of attendance to support ongoing service delivery.
  • Recognizes children's safety as the first responsibility of all staff and acts swiftly to ensure no child is unsupervised.
  • Implement agency policies and procedures for safeguarding confidential or sensitive information about employees and/or program participants. Restrict access to paper or electronic documents to those with a need to know.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Please Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This job opening is intended to provide information about the position for employee recruitment purposes only and is not intended to be the basis of any employee contract.
Child-Parent Centers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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