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Life Time

Kids Team Member-Parties

Westchester, FL

$16.50/hr

Position Summary The Kids Team Member-Parties facilitates creative and entertaining children's birthday parties and events. Creates a fun and enthusiastic environment and engage children in a wide ...

Life Time, Inc.

Kids Team Member-Parties

Florham Park, NJ · On-site

$15.50/hr

Position Summary The Kids Team Member-Parties facilitates creative and entertaining children's birthday parties and events. Creates a fun and enthusiastic environment and engage children in a wide ...

Life Time

Kids Team Member-Parties

Chula Vista, CA

$12.75 - $16.25/hr

Position Summary The Kids Team Member-Parties facilitates creative and entertaining children's birthday parties and events. Creates a fun and enthusiastic environment and engage children in a wide ...

Life Time

Kids Team Member-Parties

Florham Park, NJ

$15.50/hr

Position Summary The Kids Team Member-Parties facilitates creative and entertaining children's birthday parties and events. Creates a fun and enthusiastic environment and engage children in a wide ...

SPIN California

Event Sales Coordinator

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$23.50 - $32.50/hr

You will have the opportunity to learn to manage focused event sales - converting inquiries for kids' parties and social events - owning the client relationship from first inquiry through event day.

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How much do kids parties jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for kids parties in the United States is $29.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Kids Party Planner, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Kids Party Planner, you need creativity, strong organizational skills, and experience in event planning, often supported by a degree or coursework in hospitality or a related field. Familiarity with event management software, budgeting tools, and vendor management systems is helpful for efficient planning and execution. Excellent communication, patience, and the ability to engage with children and parents set outstanding planners apart. These skills ensure memorable, well-coordinated events that meet client expectations while managing logistics and ensuring child safety.

What are kids party planners?

Kids party planners are professionals who specialize in organizing and coordinating children’s parties and events. They handle everything from choosing a theme, sending invitations, arranging decorations, booking entertainment, and managing the schedule on the day of the event. Their goal is to ensure a fun, safe, and memorable experience for children while taking the stress off parents. Kids party planners often have experience with age-appropriate activities and can customize parties to fit various interests and budgets.

What is the difference between Kids Parties vs Event Coordinators?

AspectKids PartiesEvent Coordinators
Required CredentialsBasic party planning skills, sometimes certifications in child entertainment or safetyProject management, certifications in event planning or hospitality
Work EnvironmentChildren's party venues, homes, outdoor spacesConference centers, hotels, corporate venues
Employer & IndustryParty entertainment companies, event servicesEvent planning firms, corporate event companies

Kids Parties focus on organizing entertainment and activities specifically for children, often involving entertainers, games, and themed decorations. Event Coordinators manage a broader range of events, including corporate, social, and large-scale gatherings, with a focus on logistics and client needs. While both roles require planning skills, Kids Parties are specialized in child entertainment, whereas Event Coordinators handle diverse event types.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals organizing kids' parties, and how can they be managed?

Professionals organizing kids' parties often encounter challenges such as managing large groups of energetic children, handling last-minute changes, and ensuring safety while maintaining a fun atmosphere. Effective communication with parents, thorough planning, and having backup activities or contingency plans can help address these issues. Additionally, working as part of a well-coordinated team allows for smoother transitions during the event and helps ensure all children are engaged and supervised, leading to a successful and enjoyable party.
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Infographic showing various Kids Parties job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, 32% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,275 per year, or $29.9 per hour.
Actors/Customer Service for Kids Birthday Parties (Northbrook)

Actors/Customer Service for Kids Birthday Parties (Northbrook)

Kids Science Labs

Northbrook, IL • On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Part-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

If you love kids, having fun, learning and teaching, and enjoy engaging people, then you came to the right place.

Kids Science Labs (www.kidssciencelabs.com), the world leader in hands-on science education, is seeking to hire our next great Birthday Team Member. This individual must be motivated, passionate, and can ideally deliver an exceptional birthday party experience to both kids and their families on the weekend. We are seeking energetic individuals who can guide kids in their discovery of slime, chemical reactions, and other fun hands-on science experiences at our Chicago locations.

This is a job that will energize you. It is not mundane, nor is it the same thing every day; rather, it will push you to navigate new situations and environments that help you grow your skills. If you just want an hourly job, this is not a good role for you.

Successful candidates can engage groups of young kids and parents, laugh, and believe strongly in KSL's mission. This is part-time role, which requires a Saturday/Sunday commitment, so college students; education majors and entertainers are encouraged to apply.

In addition to our normal classes, camps, and field trips, Kids Science Labs delivers the most fun and exciting birthday experiments for kids 4-12. These parties are 75-105 minute events, where our team delivers a memorable and exciting hands-on experience by engaging with groups of 10-30 kids in hands-on science.

This candidate will know the ins and outs of delivering a truly memorable event at KSL and will guide our other team members to execute the plan flawlessly. The Birthday Team is comprised of 3-4 individuals, who work collaboratively to deliver exceptional customer experience for our guests. Candidates who desire to be teachers often start out on our Birthday Team and then work their way into a teaching position at Kids Science Labs.

This is a Part-Time position where team members can earn $20-$22/hour plus tips. It requires Saturday and/or Sunday availability.

As a KSL Team Member, you will be expected to:

  • Be genuine
  • Successfully manage the dynamic environment of a birthday party
  • Be responsible and reliable as a teammate
  • Communicate well both verbally and via electronic communication
  • Demonstrate exceptional customer service
  • HAVE FUN, laugh, and engage Kids!

Requirements

Successful KSL Candidates must:

  • Have open availability on Saturday and Sunday
  • Have previous customer service experience preferably in childcare (babysitting), theater, or education
  • Be able to demonstrate the ability to engage a child

Benefits

As one of the best places to work in the U.S., KSL offers its associates:

  • Hourly compensation from $20-22/hour plus tips
  • an engaging and fun working environment as well as competitive pay and comprehensive training.
  • an inspired environment that is filled everyday with kids who will shape our future.
  • an opportunity to learn how to engage people and express your ideas in ways that captivate audiences big and small, while influencing outcomes.
  • the ability to celebrate the joy of providing the best birthday parties ever for kids!