at YMCA of Metro Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Description
Are you looking for a FUN Summer Job? Or an opportunity where you can make a difference? The YMCA is hiring Art & Science Summer Day Camp Counselors for 2024 for multiple locations! Join us for the experience of a lifetime!
The Art & Science Summer Day Camp Counselor provides leadership and planning of specialty STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) programs for different youth between the ages of 6-13 with hands-on active learning to promote critical thinking, curiosity, creativity, and communication.
Salary range starts at $17.40 per hour, Monday-Friday schedule
This is a mobile position, with multiple opening for instructors to run camps at YMCA centers and camp sites in and around Chicago, including:
Buehler YMCA in Palatine, IL
Elmhurst YMCA in Elmhurst, IL
Foglia YMCA in Lake Zurich, IL
Indian Boundary YMCA in Downers Grove, IL
Hastings Lake YMCA in Lindenhurst, IL
Lake View YMCA in the Lake View neighborhood of Chicago
McCormick YMCA in the Logan's Square neighborhood of Chicago
Rauner YMCA in the Pilsen/Little Village neighborhood of Chicago
Sage YMCA in Crystal Lake, IL
Reasons to work at the Y:
Make a difference. Contribute to building a better, stronger community for all
Complimentary Family YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs
Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!
The job was designed with your schedule in mind. Part-time and full-time positions are available, making jobs at the Y ideal for students and non-students alike!
Minimum and Required Requirements:
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have a high school diploma or equivalency; completion of higher education coursework or degrees strongly preferred, especially within the science, technology, engineering, art, or math fields
Must have prior experience working with youth; previous experience in a camp setting strongly preferred
Able to carry 50+ lbs
Previous experience facilitating art or science youth programs
Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide a high-quality of instruction using age-appropriate practices.
Child Abuse Prevention - Supports the YMCA's commitment to child abuse prevention by:
Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Qualifications
Behaviors
Innovative - Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Motivations
Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help
Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. Employment is subject to a background check.
