Early Childhood Play & Care Associate

CloudGuide (Play & Care Specialist) CloudGuides lead children through play-based learning and "Moments" classes designed around Cloudbound's structured curriculum. They engage directly on the play floor, guiding, celebrating, and inspiring young children while fostering a safe and encouraging environment that allows families to feel fully at ease. Every interaction, smile, and conversation helps shape the memories families will cherish. Responsibilities: This section describes the essential functions of this role but is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties may be assigned as necessary. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Child Engagement & Learning Lead and engage children (ages 06) in play-based activities and "Moments" classes following Cloudbound's structured curriculum. Foster curiosity, confidence, and connection through guided exploration and creative play. Provide individualized attention, adapting to the developmental needs of each child. Family Connection & Hospitality Build warm, consistent relationships with both children and parents, becoming a trusted, familiar presence. Communicate clearly and professionally with caregivers, sharing updates, encouragement, and insights. Ensure every family feels welcomed, valued, and cared for during their visit. Safety & Operations Maintain a safe and clean play environment by monitoring play areas, addressing hazards promptly, and completing incident or safety reports when required. Support day-to-day operational needs such as resetting play zones, sanitizing toys, and preparing classrooms or activity areas. Follow all safety, cleanliness, and child supervision standards established by Cloudbound policies. Team Collaboration Work closely with other CloudGuides, CloudHosts, and CloudAssociates to deliver a seamless guest experience. Communicate effectively with team members and leadership to ensure operational flow and guest satisfaction. Contribute to a positive, energetic team culture by modeling empathy, professionalism, and enthusiasm. Qualifications: Previous experience working with children ages 06 (e.g., daycare, preschool, nannying, early learning center, or youth programming). CPR & First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire). A genuine passion for child development and helping children learn through play and discovery. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, equally comfortable engaging with kids and parents. Dependable, consistent, and enthusiastic. The kind of person families look forward to seeing every visit. Team-oriented and adaptable within a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Compensation for this position is $18.00/hr. This is a fixed starting rate and no additional pay range applies at this time. Cloudbound, LLC and its brands are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.