Thursday, February 8, 2018

Chicago Zoological Society is now hiring!


 

The Chicago Zoological Society's Brookfield Zoo is now hiring a Camp and NatureStart Programs Counselor!
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:  
  • Facilitate a variety of camp and specialty program topics and themes through techniques, including investigation, exploration and instruction.   Programs include, but are not limited to, Zoo Camp, Safari Sleepovers, Kid’s Clubs, and Mini Camps.
  • Partner with Camp and NatureStart Inclusion Specialist to plan for accommodation of participants with special needs.
  • Facilitate program/activity development, prototyping, and documentation.
  • Supervise program participants throughout the park during all program activities and zoo tours, maintaining a minimum 1:6 staff to child ratio at all times.
  • Assist program participants with all activities, games, and projects that relate to the designated program themes.  
  • Organize all daily supplies for activities including free play, arts and crafts, snack time, and games.
  • Maintain open communication on a daily basis with parents and/or guardians of program participants regarding questions, concerns, discipline issues, daily activities, etc.
  • Direct and/or delegate Seasonal Camp and NatureStart Programs Counselor Assistants to complete tasks as appropriate.

Starting pay $15.25 per hour.  High School diploma or (GED) equivalent required.   Must be at least 18 years of age as required by the American Camp Association Guidelines.  Camp programs are for children ages 4 to 14.  The Chicago Zoological Society strives to provide the most inclusive guest experience possible by providing an environment that fosters respect for all individuals and celebrates differences.  Experience working in inclusive informal, educational, or recreational programs a plus. 

If interested in being considered for this opportunity, please visit the CZS Career Center to obtain more details about the position and to apply by submitting your profile. Please visit our website

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