Job detail
Camp Counselor - Bernice E. Lavin - Chicago
Bright Horizons Family Solutions
FULL_TIME
Posted 3/11/2026
Location
Cook County, Illinois
Salary
$17 - $25 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The camp counselor will work under director guidance to provide a safe and nurturing environment, fostering children's social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development. Responsibilities include developing, coordinating, and scheduling program offerings, determining field trips, and ensuring constant supervision of children.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or ged and must pass required state and company background checks. One year of professional teaching experience in child care or preschool settings is preferred, along with demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (Dap).
high schoolassociate degreebachelor degreeTeam CollaborationSafety ComplianceSchedulingProgram CoordinationChild SupervisionChild DevelopmentParent CommunicationCurriculum DesignDevelopmentally Appropriate PracticeField Trip Planning