Job Summary We are looking to hire a number of Summer Camp roles at our Day Camp based in downtown Chicago. Our camp is setup as a traditional Day Camp, in a premier independent school facility. Summer camp counselors will lead children through a variety of activities including sports, arts and crafts, cooking, science, swimming and much more. Camp will be 5 days per week for 6 weeks. Counselors must love working with kids ages 4 through 13, and enjoy running around, engaging the kids in the full day of activities planned. Job duties + Provide campers a safe environment. + Enforce all rules that pertain to the Day Camp and facility on a constant basis. + Adhere to check-in and check-out policy. + Maintain a vigilant watch on campers in all program areas. + Perform regular head counts and keep an accurate attendance list of assigned children. + Follow and adhere to discipline procedures. + Maintain cleanliness and order of camp in order to ensure safety. + Ensure the safe use of the facility and execution of activities through enforcement of facility and activity-specific regulations and insuring that only authorized patrons participate. + Protect, maintain, and be accountable for group camp supplies such as assigned radio, folder and group backpack. + Report any and all facility defects/problems to Camp Manager or Lead Counselor. + May be required to wear activity appropriate attire (i.e., swimwear for Aquatics, etc.) + Attend all mandatory meetings/training. + Provide enriching and stimulating environment. + Provide leadership with enthusiasm. + Plan activities, lesson plans, and supervision of activity stations with the help of other counselors. + Provide excellent customer service and communication with parents. + Interface respectfully with peers, supervisors and customers of various socio-economic backgrounds. + Handle disputes with participants, parents and students in a professional manner with guidance of Camp Manager or Lead Counselor. + Communicate any disciplinary issues to Camp Manager and parents. Preferred Qualifications + Reliable, hardworking, and fun personality. + Must be 16 years of age or older and be available for all 6 weeks to be considered. (Please be aware that anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian complete required compliance paperwork with employee. Paperwork includes, not limited too; Fingerprint, Background Check, Authorization to work in the United States, References, Mandated Reporter Training as well as other trainings) + For the summer of 2023, all camp counselors who are eligible to receive the vaccine, need to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 before beginning. + Background working with school-based auxiliary programs or summer camps. + A valid First Aid and CPR Certification issued by an authorized agency. Compensation and Benefits FXW offers a competitive salary and robust benefits program, commensurate with experience and consistent with independent schools. Benefits include but are not limited to: + Earned Paid Leave and Paid Sick & Safe Leave per pay period + Wellbeing & Balance + Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + Mental Health Resources If you believe you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. FXW is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? We understand. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance for us to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skills, workplace experiences, and backgrounds. Non-Discrimination Policy It is The Frances Xavier Warde School’s goal to attract, recruit and retain exceptional faculty and staff that are inspiring, diverse and committed to the school’s mission. We support our teachers and staff by welcoming them into an environment that encourages them to excel and by maintaining a rich benefits package that helps them to flourish and grow personally and professionally. FXW will not engage in discrimination or harassment against any person because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations. This nondiscrimination policy applies to student admissions and employment. We invite you to become a part of our community and FXW makes a deliberate effort to employ faculty and staff of diverse races, ethnicities, and backgrounds. No phone calls please. Mission Statement The Frances Xavier Warde School is a Catholic elementary school in downtown Chicago that provides an excellent academic, values-oriented education to students of all ethnic, religious, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds in a child-centered urban environment. As a keystone of its diverse community, The Frances Xavier Warde School provides need-based scholarships to thirty percent of its students. The Frances Xavier Warde School partners with its families, nurtures faith development for its Catholic students, and engages all its students to learn about and respect other faith traditions. The Frances Xavier Warde School uses a rigorous curriculum that enables students to grow, clarify their values, and develop decision-making skills and a sense of responsibility for themselves and the world they will inherit. Qualifications