Aquatics and Sailing Camp Counselor (Seasonal Part-Time)

Glencoe Park District•Glencoe, IL

1d•$16 - $18

About The Position

Spend your summer making memories and making an impact! The Glencoe Park District is a nationally accredited, Gold Medal Award–winning agency that offers fun and rewarding seasonal jobs opportunities. Join our team this summer and gain hands-on experience, build transferable skills, make new friends, and create lasting memories for Glencoe families! Job Summary: Under the immediate supervision of the Aquatic and Sailing Camp Director, the Aquatic and Sailing Camp Counselor is responsible for performing a variety of duties to prepare the Beach boats for the campers' demands. The Counselor also assists with the daily aquatic and sailing camp operations. This part-time seasonal position typically requires working up to 30 hours per week. The Aquatic and Sailing Camp Counselor is expected to be available during the entire camp season from early June to early August, Monday –Friday, 8.30 am – 4:00 pm.

Requirements

At least 16 years old or older.
1-2 years of sailing and aquatics background from an accredited sailing program.
CPR/AED/First Aid Certification upon hire.
Must possess a valid IL Boating Licenses and have a good driving record.
Must pass the Glencoe Park District Boat Training.
All employees must pass a StarGuard Elite Lifeguard Certification class, which the Glencoe Park District will facilitate through preseason training and cover.
All employees must pass a criminal background check, which the Glencoe Park District will cover.
Knowledge of public recreation philosophy with strong communication skills
Proven technical expertise related to the role
Dependable, flexible, and safety-focused
Able to follow rules and instructions
Strong basic literacy and organizational skills
Advanced sailing, kayaking, and paddleboarding skills
Experience teaching groups of children (5–15 participants)

Responsibilities

Responsible for performing various duties to prepare for programming, including organizing supplies, lesson planning, and contacting program participants.
Responsible for the safety of all program participants through the effective execution of agency
Ensure students and campers are engaged, learn new skills, and have an enjoyable experience in beach programs and classes.
Complete paperwork as needed, such as progress sheets, attendance logs, sign-in/sign-out sheets, daily checklists, etc.
Provide the highest level of customer service and positive professional interaction with
Basic Sailing
Basic Rowing and boat retrieval
Knot tying
Basic boat maintenance
Emphasis on sportsmanship and respectful behavior
Protocol for the rigging and de-rigging of boats
Introduction to racing tactics
Introduction to racing rules