Camp Jr. Program Leader (Under 18 years of age) - Summer 2026

Skokie Park District•Skokie, IL

15h•$15 - $16

About The Position

We are beginning to hire Junior Program Leaders for our 2026 camp programs. Applicants must be at least 15 years of age at the start of camp training (May 30) to be considered for this position. We provide day camp programs that focus on adventure, friendship, fun, exploration, sports, the arts, discovery and safety. We are proud to state that our day camp program is accredited with the American Camping Association. This is an entry level summer camp position. Under the leadership of the Program Leader, Assistant Director, Director, and Camp Supervisor, the Junior Program Leader assists with the planning of age-appropriate activities and the supervision of assigned campers. The Junior Program Leader will lead campers in games, sports, arts and crafts, swimming activities, drama, field trips and other organized activities specific to each camp. Some of our camps are specialized so duties will vary depending on the camp program. While leading, they also will ensure the safety of all assigned campers, as well as will be watchful of all campers including those not assigned to them. In addition, they are responsible for alerting the Assistant Director, Director or Camp Supervisor of any unsafe or suspicious situations that may arise. Junior Program Leaders will assist with camper sign-in and sign-out procedures and the maintenance of attendance records, as well as the set-up of camp activities and the daily end of camp day clean-up. They will also be expected to attend pre-camp training sessions during the week of June 2nd, in-service training sessions and meetings as required. The Junior Program Leader may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned. Duties may vary at different camps. Hours: Most camps are 8 weeks long and begin Monday, June 8, 2026 and run through Friday, July 31, 2026. Many camps have additional camp weeks that run from Monday, August 3, 2026 through August 14, 2026. Hours are generally 9 AM to 4 PM but may vary depending on the camp. Attendance at training one week before camp begins, May 30 – June 5, 2026 is required. The dates and times of these trainings will be determined and provided by camp supervisors. Availability to attend parent nights after regular camp hours, generally 2 parent nights total, is also expected. Preference will be given to applicants that are available to work both sessions of camp.

Requirements

Must be an energetic, responsible adult, at least 15 years of age by May 30 and enjoy working with children.
Must possess strong leadership, supervisory, communication, organizational and presentation skills.
Must be able to obtain and keep current CPR and AED certifications.
To be considered for a summer camp position, we prefer that you are available to work entire camp sessions.

Nice To Haves

Prior summer camp employment experience or related teaching or childcare experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Assists with the planning of age-appropriate activities and the supervision of assigned campers.
Lead campers in games, sports, arts and crafts, swimming activities, drama, field trips and other organized activities specific to each camp.
Ensure the safety of all assigned campers, as well as will be watchful of all campers including those not assigned to them.
Alert the Assistant Director, Director or Camp Supervisor of any unsafe or suspicious situations that may arise.
Assist with camper sign-in and sign-out procedures and the maintenance of attendance records, as well as the set-up of camp activities and the daily end of camp day clean-up.
Attend pre-camp training sessions during the week of June 2nd, in-service training sessions and meetings as required.
Perform additional duties as assigned.