Early Childhood Camp Counselor

Job DetailsJob Location: Community Center - Rolling Meadows, IL 60008Position Type: Seasonal Part-TimeSalary Range: $15.00 - $20.00 HourlyJOB SUMMARY: The Early Childhood Camp Counselor is a seasonal position working directly under the supervision of the Early Childhood Program Coordinator. The Early Childhood Camp Counselor is responsible for a variety of duties including maintaining good communication with parents, supervision, and leadership of their camp group and weekly preparations.

This is an at-will position. Primary duties include: Responsible for supervising a group of 10-18 children, between the ages of 3-6 yrs, in all indoor and outdoor camp activities and events.

• Plan and lead daily camp activities including games, songs, nature, arts and crafts.

Take head counts of children after transitioning to each new activity and routinely during the day. Meet and greet parents and campers upon arrival and departure.

• Communicate effectively with children, parents and staff to resolve conflicts.
• Assist with emergency procedures and building evacuation when necessary.

Complete accident/incident reports in a timely manner and turn it in to the site supervisor. Attend parent/camper meetings as needed.

• Monitor behavior conduct of campers.

Be fair, consistent, and use appropriate and positive discipline with program participants.

• Report to work, staff meeting, and scheduled activities on time.

Notify Coordinator of any concerns of children's health or safety. Exhibit quality leadership and be a good role model.

• Follow and enforce all Rolling Meadows Park District general rules, policies and safety procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of all facilities used and take care of all equipment and/or supplies used.

Wear a staff shirt, gym shoes and appropriate camp attire every day. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualified candidates must be at least a high school graduate or equivalent with

experience:

in classroom teaching and management and lesson planning. Excellent

skills:

and

experience:

supervising preschool age children is beneficial. Must be reliable, show initiative, possess flexibility, and a strong yet tactful communicator. Possessing knowledge and

skills:

of planning, organizing and leading activities and able to recognize behavioral concerns and help foster them into a positive

experience:

is crucial. Must be able to complete camp training, CPR certification, and any other required trainings.

• SCHEDULE & PAY: This is a part-time, seasonal summer position.
• Schedule is June 6 through August 7 as well as training the week prior to camp starting.

Days and hours are 5-day (Monday-Friday) 9am-4pm, at the Community Center. Starting pay $15+ per hour, dependent upon

qualifications:

Full pay range for this position is $15-$20 per hour, plus applicable facility and program discounts. APPLY TODAY! www.rmparks.org/jobs If interested, please apply early.

• Recruiting and interviewing begins early.

The Rolling Meadows Park District is an Equal

Opportunity:

Employer.

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