Summer Instructor, Chicago - Wicker Park

Galileo Learning • Chicago, IL

2h • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Summer Instructor, you’ll lead hands-on design and outdoor activities, creating an inspiring, safe environment where campers explore creativity through Galileo’s curriculum. With training and team support, you'll deliver memorable learning experiences and engage fully in camp traditions. This is a seasonal role; Summer Instructors work full-time Monday - Friday (5 days per week).

Requirements

• 1+ years of instructional or classroom support experience in K-8 education, or a combination of relevant education and work experience
• Experience teaching, caring for, supervising, coaching, and/or mentoring kids required
• Ability to balance multiple tasks while working with a sense of urgency and enthusiasm.
• This role requires the ability to access and use web-based tools via a personal smart device
• Ability to complete all pre-camp tasks, including background checks, state-mandated certifications, electronic onboarding paperwork and online training prior to the start of camp
• Availability to work up to 8-hour shifts daily, Monday - Friday, for the duration of camp.
• For consistency and camper safety, we prioritize applicants who are able to commit to working for the full duration of camp (4-8 continuous weeks, depending on the camp location).
• Applicants with less than 4 continuous weeks of availability will not be considered for this role.
• Must be at least 18 years of age by May 1st, 2026

Nice To Haves

• College coursework in Education or Child Development preferred, but not required
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

• Lead Design Challenges and Outdoor Activities
• Engage Fully in All Camp Activities
• Provide Exceptional Customer Service
• Build Your Skills with Ongoing Training and Support

Benefits

• One free week of camp for your own child!
• 15% Friends and Family Discount
• Priority scholarship nominations
• Membership in the Galileo Alumni Community of over 20,000 inspiring changemakers!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed