2024 Summer Camp Counselor

Company Description
We are an independent, Montessori school in Chicago serving 560+ students and their families, starting at a parent-infant class and up to 8th grade. We are a community of shared values working to fulfill a meaningful mission. NNM faculty, staff and parents strive for an equitable and inclusive school culture through intentional, reflective practice. We work together to challenge all students to think for themselves, pursue their ideas and become real learners for the real world.
Learn more about us on our website: www.nnms.org
Job Description
Summer is a great time for children to play, discover and explore! Near North Montessori's Summer @NNM Camp is designed to stimulate campers' minds, bodies, and spirits, to create lasting memories while strengthening their skills and interests in a Montessori environment. We are seeking candidates for our Camp Counselor positions to work in our 2024 Summer Camp and guide and support our campers throughout the summer!
Summer Camp @NNM runs from mid-June 2024 through mid-August 2024. Multiple shifts are available, and shifts can fall anywhere between 8 am and 6 pm, Monday through Saturday. These positions can be full- or part-time, and will be temporary positions.
The Near North Montessori (NNM) Summer Camp program is designed to provide hands-on learning to all applicants. Summer Camp Counselors will develop professional skills to utilize in future jobs including communication, executive functioning, working in diverse environments, punctuality, and independence, along with other positive, job-related competencies.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the implementation of daily activities and program plans under the direction of the Programs Director or Programs Coordinator
• Maintain a close working relationship with the Programs Director or Programs Coordinator: attend all scheduled planning meetings, regularly discuss the needs of the campers, evaluate mutual expectations, and review work being done
• Assist in the daily operations of the Summer Camp
  
  • Help ensure safe drop-off and pick-up of campers
  • Assist in cleaning and maintenance of camp environment
  • Assist with implementation, preparation and clean-up of daily activities
  • Assist in the preparation of healthy snacks for campers, being aware of and accommodating any camper food allergies and other health concerns
  • Assist in preparation and restoration of camp environment
• Represent "the face of camp" for campers and families
  
  • Be visible throughout daily camp activities, interacting with campers and families while promoting the Summer Program's mission
  • Be committed to quality interaction with campers, adhering to school policies and protocol
• Work closely with Summer Camp Staff
  
  • Communicate with camp supervisors, instructors and other staff regarding camper needs
  • Work with camp supervisors, instructors and other staff to implement daily activities
  • Be flexible, open and responsive to changes in staffing assignments, based upon the changing needs of the Summer Program
  • Notify camp supervisors, instructors and other staff immediately if any questionable or potentially harmful circumstances that threaten the safety of any campers
  • Notify camp supervisors, instructors and other staff of any absences
  • Perform all duties as assigned by camp supervisors, instructors and other staff
• Assist in various programs to provide support to staff or children as needed and requested
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required, assigned, or requested

Qualifications
For Camp Counselor candidates, we are looking for:

• Ability to consistently deliver a high level of professionalism among staff, administration, parents, and other school constituents
• Ability to communicate with diverse groups of people
• Ability to take initiative and maintain a task-oriented mindset
• Ability to provide high level of support and assistance with the ability to juggle multiple tasks with changing priorities
• Genuine love for and interest in working with children and/or education
• Ability to maintain an excellent work ethic, and a high level of energy and enthusiasm each day
• Flexibility to meet changing needs and demands while balancing multiple tasks
• Ability to work collaboratively on a team, with an openness to feedback and a desire to grow professionally
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Great communication skills, both written and verbal
• Must be at least 16 years of age by June 1, 2024

CPR/First Aid certification preferred but not required. General safety and other related training will be provided.
Additional Information
Full-time temporary and part-time temporary employment to start in mid-June 2024 for the 2024 Summer Camp term. Employment will end in mid-August 2024.

• Pay Information: Eligible for an hourly salary starting at $20 per hour.
• Benefits Information:
  • Paid time off policy that includes access to paid leave days.
  • 403b retirement planning available.
  • Access to an EAP (employee assistance program) that provides up to 6 free consultations per year on a variety of life concerns.
  • Suite of voluntary benefits available, such as pre-tax transit deductions, pet insurance, accident & critical illness insurance, and more.