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Daycare Lead Associate

Garrison, NY · On-site

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Playroom Lead Full-time/30+ Monday through Friday/Flexible hours between 8am-5pm Pay range $18-$22 Saint Basil Academy, a residential care program facility that caters to children and families, is ...

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How much do playroom associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for playroom associate in the United States is $16.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $16.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Playroom Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Playroom Associate, you typically need experience in childcare, knowledge of child development, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with child safety protocols and management systems for check-in/check-out and incident reporting is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to engage children through play and communication set exceptional associates apart. These skills and qualities are crucial to ensure a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for children and peace of mind for their parents.

What are some common challenges faced by Playroom Associates, and how can they be managed effectively?

Playroom Associates often face the challenge of balancing supervision and engagement with multiple children of varying ages and needs. Managing conflicts between children, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and communicating effectively with both kids and their parents are daily tasks. Successful Associates rely on strong organizational skills, patience, and clear communication to handle these situations. Many find that building rapport with children and collaborating closely with coworkers makes the role both manageable and rewarding.

What are Playroom Associates?

Playroom Associates are staff members responsible for supervising and engaging children in playrooms or childcare areas, typically within gyms, community centers, or daycare facilities. They ensure the safety and well-being of children, organize age-appropriate activities, and maintain a clean and welcoming environment. Playroom Associates also communicate with parents or guardians about their child's experience and any concerns that may arise. Their role is essential in providing a safe and fun space for children while supporting the operations of the facility.
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Infographic showing various Playroom Associate job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 98% Full Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 33% Hybrid, and 67% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,380 per year, or $16.5 per hour.
Playroom Associate-Evenings and Saturdays

Playroom Associate-Evenings and Saturdays

Township of Upper St Clair

Upper Saint Clair, PA • On-site

Part-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

PLAYROOM ASSOCIATE - Evenings and Saturdays
The Playroom Associate watches children 8 weeks to 10 years old. The perfect candidate must be patient, reliable, trustworthy and flexible. Must be a self-starter and professional in order to address child-related needs and issues in a proactive manner.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Follow procedures and adhere to policies regarding safety, emergencies and provide first aid as needed.
  • Communicate with the Guest Relations Coordinator: This includes answering emails and texts in a timely manner and following protocol for schedule changes.
  • Maintain a clean work environment.
  • Must be able to handle the basics of infant and childcare, prepare safe and fun activities, deal with difficult situations and handle emergencies.
  • Work 8-12 hours per week.

QUALIFICATIONS
Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Must be at least age 16.
  • Must have previous babysitting experience
  • Must be CPR certified or willing to be trained to perform CPR and First Aid.
  • Must secure FBI, Child Abuse and Criminal History Clearances.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing in the English Language
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents colleagues, the Township, and the general public.

Education and Experience
  • Experience showing strong organizational and communication skills.

EQUIPMENT USED
  • Membership automation system; personal computer including word processing and database management software; copy and fax machines; 2-way radio, overhead speaker system, calculator; phone.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, crawl, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SELECTION GUIDELINES
  • Formal application, oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.

  • The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

  • The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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