# OF JOB OPENINGS: TWO (2)
ABOUT US: The Schaumburg Park District is an award-winning public agency that provides its 80,000 residents with a wide variety of recreational facilities, programs, events, parks and open spaces.
CULTURAL ARTS CAMP: Get geared up and ready for summer camp! These are Cultural Arts focused summer camps for girls and boys ages 5-18. You will lead a variety of activities that can range from teaching arts & crafts to instructing drama programs for children. These camps are hands-on and include a variety of different programming and activities with the goal of creating a memorable and meaningful camp experience for our participants.
JOB SUMMARY: As a camp counselor, you will be assisting with daily camp activities and directly supervise participants to provide recreational fun throughout the summer. Camp Counselors engage children in interactive activities including organized crafts, singing, games, performances, and more!
QUALIFICATIONS: Successful candidates must be enthusiastic about theater, crafts and organized activities for children. Experience in creating and developing craft projects is beneficial. Ideal candidates have an understanding of various art methods and drama techniques. Must be friendly, outgoing, enjoy working with children and dependable. Must have the ability to help run and plan a wide range of activities and programs throughout the summer.
SCHEDULING & PAY: These are temporary positions run June through August (approximately 10-30 hours per week / primarily during the weekdays). Pay is $14-$20 per hour DOQ (depending on qualifications).
PERKS & PRIVILEGES: This is a PART-TIME LEVEL 2 position and is eligible for the following internal privileges:
- Free fitness center membership!
- Free admission to indoor and outdoor pools!
- One free program registration!
- 10% discount on other program registrations
- Free boat rental at Volkening Lake!
- Free open gym admission! And more!
** Position will be open until filled. ** Schaumburg Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. **
Keywords: park, parks, recreation, recreational, community, summer, camp, summer camp, counselor, camp counselor, supervise, friendly, outgoing, crafts, games, recreation programming, children, childcare, theater, activities, recreation activities, customer service, teaching, teach, teacher