Summer Camp Instructor- Fleetwood-Jourdain

Summary

Under the direction of the Camp Director and/or Assistant Camp Director, the Summer Camp Instructor is responsible for planning and leading specialized instructional programming within their assigned focus area (Visual Arts, Theatre, Sports/Athletics, STEM, or Nature/Outdoors). The Instructor ensures a safe, engaging, and age-appropriate learning environment while supporting campers’ skill development, creativity, teamwork, and confidence. The Summer Camp Instructor collaborates with camp leadership and counselors to integrate instructional activities into the daily camp schedule and overall camp experience.

As a member of the FJCC Summer Staff, Instructors are expected to work cooperatively with ALL camp and building staff.

• Complete all required paperwork by assigned deadlines

• Complete all required trainings and certifications

• Review and follow updated policies and procedures

• Prepare lesson plans, materials, and activity outlines for assigned instructional area

• Communicate program needs, supply requests, and concerns to the Camp Director or Assistant Camp Director

• Collaborate with camp leadership and counselors to align instructional programming with camp goals

• Follow all Camp Handbook guidelines, policies, and procedures

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate instruction within assigned specialty area:

  • Visual Arts (e.g., drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media)

  • Theatre (e.g., acting, movement, improv, stage basics)

  • Sports/Athletics (e.g., skill-building, teamwork, fitness, game play)

  • STEM (e.g., science experiments, engineering challenges, coding, problem-solving)

  • Nature/Outdoors (e.g., environmental education, exploration, outdoor skills)

• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all participants

• Supervise campers during instructional activities with attention to safety, behavior, and engagement

• Adapt activities to meet varying abilities, interests, and learning styles

• Promote camper participation, creativity, teamwork, and positive behavior

• Work collaboratively with camp counselors to support transitions and camper supervision

• Serve as a positive role model and maintain professional conduct at all times

• Assist in maintaining attendance, lesson documentation, and supply inventories

• Be aware of camper medical needs and follow all health and safety procedures

• Report any accidents, incidents, injuries, or behavioral concerns immediately to camp leadership

• Maintain equipment, instructional materials, and program spaces

• Communicate effectively with camp staff to ensure smooth program operations

• Maintain a positive attitude and contribute to a supportive staff team environment

• Demonstrate sound judgment, flexibility, and willingness to accept responsibility

• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Camp Director or Assistant Camp Director

• Minimum age of 18

• Completion of 12th grade by the start of camp

• Strong interest, maturity and judgment in working with children in an outdoor setting

• Knowledge and experience in camp related activities preferred

• Possess the ability to work as a team member with other counselors and senior staff members

• Responsible, friendly, enthusiastic, patient and willing to learn

• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF WORK

  Ability to work primarily indoors and is occasionally subject to outdoor environmental conditions – no effective protection from the weather conditions or temperature changes. The employee performs tasks outdoors related to recreational programs, weather can be hot in the summer, etc., while in the fall and spring can be cool/cold.

• Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force continually, and to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects, including the human body.

• Ability to lift, reach, handle, finger, kneel, bend, stand for long periods, talk, hear, feel, smell, climb, maintain balance, stoop, crouch, crawl, and see

• There are no environmental hazards associated with this classification.

• Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position. Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes, including medical examination, drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check.

• The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person’s race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact Human Resources at  (voice) or  (TTY).