Play Coach

Job Title: Play Coach @ The Play Drop

Location: Midlothian, VA (open to other nearby areas)

Position Type: Part-time, weekday mornings, early afternoons, and occasional weekends.

Pay: Starting at $30/hour, up to 3 hours per day

About The Play Drop

The Play Drop is a movement and play-based program for toddlers and preschoolers, designed to encourage confidence, coordination, and creativity through child-led activities. Our classes are playful, high energy, and designed to give kids a fun, hands‑on experience while supporting their growth.

We are looking for energetic and enthusiastic Play Coaches to lead our Play Drop classes. You will guide toddlers and preschoolers through engaging movement and learning stations, support child‑led exploration, and help maintain a safe, fun environment.

• Preschool or elementary school teachers
• Enjoy working with young children and supporting their development
• Available weekday mornings and early afternoons
• Bonus:
  Ability to transport equipment (SUV or similar vehicle preferred - please note this in your application).

• Lead small group classes of toddlers and preschoolers
• Demonstrate activities and guide children as needed
• Support a child‑led environment while ensuring safety
• Set up and take down equipment as needed
• Engage with parents and answer questions about the program

• Experience working with children (teaching, coaching, OT, etc.)
• Energetic, patient, and positive attitude
• Ability to commit to a consistent weekday morning/early afternoon schedule with occasional weekends
• In addition, email us at explaining why you’d be a good fit.

Please check out our website and Instagram to see us in action and make sure this role is a fit for you.

We will not consider applications that do not also email us.

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