As an Assistant Camp Counselor candidates will gain practical knowledge and hands-on experience working within a summer day camp program. Assistant Camp Counselors will be provided quality opportunities to identify, define and enhance the hard and soft skills needed to be a successful day camp counselor within any organization. This is a great opportunity for those candidates looking for a first-job experience.

What YOU will gain from being an Assistant Camp Counselor…

• Preview into working as a full-time summer seasonal, day camp staff
• Leadership and communication skills
• Create working relationships will current NPD staff
• Learn how to create and implement an activity plan
• Develop or enhance time management skills
• Participate in organizing and supervising select field trip days and pool days
• HAVE FUN!

• Hardworking individuals with a strong work ethic
• Energetic/Enthusiastic
• Has a willingness to learn
• Interested in working with youth between the ages of 3 and 10 yrs. old
• Ability to stay organized
• Is coachable, willing to receive feedback
• Be an active participant in recreational activities, sports, and games alongside campers
• Ability to actively supervise children in dynamic indoor and outdoor environments 
• Ability to move quickly to respond to the needs of children, including safety or      behavioral situations 
• Ability to navigate playgrounds, fields, and camp facilities throughout the day
•  If you have any additional questions, feel free to call Jamie Teichmann @ 847-375-2353 or email jteichmann@niles-parks.org.