Playroom Activity Coordinator (Part-Time)

IKEA

Paramus (NJ)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 31,000

Part time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off
Co-worker discount
Meal deal
24/7 telehealth visits
Dental and vision plans
Education assistance

Job summary

IKEA in Paramus, NJ, is seeking a part-time Childcare Activity Area Associate for Småland. You will help create a safe, fun play space for children, register and supervise them, and assist customers as needed. The role supports other customer-experience tasks and requires flexibility with shifts.

Hours are 12–20 per week; evenings on Mon–Thu 4:30 PM–10:30 PM, and Fri–Sat 9:00 AM–10:30 PM. Starting pay is $19.50/hour. Must pass a background check and drug test.

Qualifications

  • Experience in childcare and/or retail customer service & cash handling preferred.
  • CPR and First Aid certification training provided.
  • Physical demands requirements: lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to creating a pleasant and safe environment for the children that visit our play facility.
  • Register children, monitor and entertain children while in the playroom, and maintain a clean and hygienic environment.
  • Participate in the planning and execution of children’s activities both in and outside of Småland.
  • Build meaningful and empathetic relationships with children and their caretakers.
  • strictly adhere to all IKEA play facility and safety & security policy and procedures.
  • Support in other areas of the customer experience function as needed, such as cashier and greeter role to provide additional coverage when needed.

Skills

Childcare experience
Retail customer service
Cash handling
CPR/First Aid

Job description

IKEA in Paramus, NJ, is seeking a part-time Childcare Activity Area Associate for Småland. You will help create a safe, fun play space for children, register and supervise them, and assist customers as needed. The role supports other customer-experience tasks and requires flexibility with shifts.

Hours are 12–20 per week; evenings on Mon–Thu 4:30 PM–10:30 PM, and Fri–Sat 9:00 AM–10:30 PM. Starting pay is $19.50/hour. Must pass a background check and drug test.

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