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Galileo Learning Summer Camp Counselor, Arlington Heights
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Job DescriptionAs a Summer Camp Counselor (or Team Leaders as we like to call them at Galileo), you’ll be the core presence for each camper, guiding them through an impactful, safe, and engaging summer experience. Staying with the same group all week, you’ll create a supportive environment that prioritizes both physical and emotional safety. This is a seasonal role; Summer Camp Counselors work full-time Monday - Friday (5 days per week).Core ResponsibilitiesLead and Supervise Campers:Supervise groups of 15+ campers weekly, creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging camp experience.Foster group connection through team activities, games, and daily interactions.Ensure a positive, supportive environment, manage camper behavior through restorative practices, and provide individual support based on campers' diverse needs.Collaborated with instructors to deliver Galileo’s innovative, project-based curriculum, integrating science, technology, engineering, and math.Support instructors by preparing materials and ensuring learning spaces are ready for each activity.Support and participate in extended care programming before and after standard camp hoursEngage in All Camp Activities:Collaborate with teammates to plan, set up, and run daily activities.Lead campers during ceremonies, activities, snack, and lunch, ensuring safety and a positive camp spirit.Lead and participate in camp songs, chants, and skits, bringing energy to opening and closing ceremonies.Work as part of a team to make camp experiences joyful and memorable.Provide Exceptional Customer Service:Greet campers and families with enthusiasm, ensuring a welcoming environment.Follow check-in/check-out procedures for efficient attendance and safety.Communicate with families about campers’ experiences as needed, ensuring a positive start and end to each day.Build Your Skills with Ongoing Training and Support!Complete paid online training on innovation education, Galileo policies, and best practices before camp starts.Attend two in-person setup and training days to prepare your camp and meet your team.Develop professionally through feedback, supplemental training, and hands-on learning guided by camp leaders.CompensationAt Galileo, we are committed to pay transparency and equity. We anticipate the compensation for this position to be $15.98 per hour for new (first-year) camp staff. Your exact pay rate will be determined based on a variety of factors, including work location and tenure.Returning (alumni) staff pay for this role ranges from $16.23 per hour (second-year) to  $16.98 per hour (fifth-year), based on tenure with Galileo Camps.PERKSOne free week of camp for your own child!15% Friends and Family DiscountPriority scholarship nominationsMembership in the Galileo Alumni Community of over 20,000 inspiring changemakers!SCHEDULEAll camps operate Monday - Friday. Shifts vary by position and location and can start as early as 7:00 a.m. and end as late as 6:30 p.m.Staff must complete online training and attend two pre-camp set-up days before camp opens. Set-up days may be scheduled on weekends.Camp set-up dates, start dates, and duration vary by location - find your location on our Camp Finder page to view site-specific dates. 

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