Early Childhood Education Programs - Camp Programs Assistant Lead Counselor (Seasonal)

Join the PRIDE! This position contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago by providing the highest level of quality customer service and extraordinary guest experiences with top-quality programming to participants to further BZC’s mission of inspiring conservation leadership.

Requirements

• High school diploma or educational equivalent (e.g., GED) required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age as required by the American Camp Association Guidelines.
• One year or more paid and/or volunteer/unpaid experience working with groups of children and/or educating the public in a formal or informal educational setting, e.g., camp, park district, Special Recreation Association, day care, student teaching, school, or cultural institution, required.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills required.
• English fluency at a professional working proficiency.
• Must be an enthusiastic and flexible team player and able to work in a stimulating environment.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to work with guests effectively.
• Cultural competency; experience and/or ability to work and interact effectively with a diverse, multicultural audience.
• Knowledge of how to send and receive emails and basic word processing skills required.
• One or more years of college or the equivalent of two years training and/or experience preferred, including coursework in education, biological sciences, communication, therapeutic recreation, or other directly related field or subjects, such as public speaking, interpretation, theater, recreation, environmental studies, children and families, or art and interpretation.

Benefits

• Mental Health: Support, counseling, and resources for life issues at no cost to you.
• Retirement Savings: Eligible employees are automatically enrolled at 6% on a pre-tax basis as soon as administratively feasible following date of hire.