Program Leader - Summer Camp - 2026
Job Description
Part-Time/Seasonal
Kenilworth Park District Summer Camp
Pay Range: $18 - 20/Hour based on qualifications.
The Kenilworth Park District is looking to build a team of summer camp staff with professional, knowledgeable program leaders. This is your chance to be a part of a great summer camp program with an emphasis on fun!
We are looking for individuals who truly love children. If that sounds like you, keep reading!
Teacher/Program Leaders Reports to: Summer Camp Director
Teacher/Program Leaders Supervise: Counselors and Children
Duties and Responsibilities:- Carries out the mission, vision, and values of the Kenilworth Park District Summer Camp.
- Maintains an open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child and family.
- Design and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum to nurture and stimulate the social, physical, cognitive, and cultural needs of the children in care.
- Responsible for developing weekly themed lesson plans.
- Report any classroom concerns to the Director.
- Regularly attend staff meetings and training.
- Maintains a neat, orderly, and safe camp experience.
- Creates an inviting and stimulating environment for the children.
- Responsible for securing the health, hygiene, safety, and overall well-being of children at all times.
- Involves the classroom counselors and aides in curriculum planning.
- Strict compliance with universal precautions in the camp and when administering First Aid.
- May perform other duties as assigned by the Director or other Supervisor.
- Option A: 12 units of coursework in Education or closely related field and 6 months of experience working in a licensed child care facility. Work experience as a teacher.
- Option B: Child Development Associate Credential and 6 months of experience working in a licensed child care facility.
- Option C: Child Development Associate Teacher Permit (or higher) issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
- Option D: AA degree in Early Childhood Education or related field - or BA degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
Coursework must include Child or Human Development, Child, Family, and Community, and (2) Program/ Curriculum courses. Teachers in an infant program are required to take 3 units related specifically to Infant/ Toddler Care.
Other Requirements:- Valid driver's license.
- Must pass a State and Federal Background Check.
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