Mini-Funseekers Day Camp Counselor

Elmhurst Park District • Elmhurst, IL

8d • $15 - $20

About The Position

The Elmhurst Park District, established in 1920 and located 16 miles west of Chicago, provides parks, recreation facilities and programs to meet our mission of enriching lives while having fun. Join our team and be part of an organization that values being community focused, providing customer service excellence, working with integrity, having fun, and fostering belonging. We are looking for someone will help us achieve our vision of becoming a national leader in providing parks and recreation experiences to our community. We have an exciting seasonal job opportunity as MINI-FUNSEEKERS DAY CAMP COUNSELOR for Summer 2026! Join a team dedicated to creating a safe, engaging, and fun environment for campers ages 4-5. Campers spend most of their time outdoors with age-appropriate activities and themes. Each week campers will be visited by a special guest for an in-house field trip. Staff to camper ratio is 1:5. WHAT YOU’LL DO: As Mini-Funseekers Day Camp Counselor, you will be responsible to supervise, instruct, and engage camp participants. You will develop and prepare class materials and lesson plans and set up/take down equipment.

Requirements

• Some high school education with 1-3 years of experience working with children preferred.
• Must be at least 16 years old by May 15, 2026.

Responsibilities

• supervise, instruct, and engage camp participants
• develop and prepare class materials and lesson plans
• set up/take down equipment

Benefits

• Free individual pool pass and Courts Plus membership!
• Free miniature golf and batting cages at The Hub (employee only)!
• 20% off food purchases at The Hub concession stand!
• Employee social activities!
• Values Recognition Program!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Credit Union (Central Credit Union of Illinois)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees