2025 Art & Science Summer Day Camp Counselor Job at YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, Chicago, IL

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  • YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago
  • Chicago, IL

Job 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 2025 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 $17.90 per hour, Monday-Friday schedule

Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:
  • We offer salaries that reflect your skills, experience, and the value you bring to our team.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans for eligible employees, along with access to wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership.
  • Generous paid time off (PTO), including paid holidays. We also offer flexible work hours to help you balance your personal and professional life.
  • 403(b) plan with company contributions after 2 years of service to help you plan for your future.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning through workshops and training programs.
  • A supportive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected.
  • Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events.
The YMCA is hiring instructors to run camps at YMCA Hubs 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
  • Fry Family YMCA in Naperville, IL
  • South Side YMCA in the Woodlawn neighborhood of Chicago
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
YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Summer work, Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,

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