Crème Camp Counselor

KinderCare Education; Warrenville (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to early childhood education as a Camp Counselor. You will inspire young learners aged 5 to 12 through engaging activities that promote curiosity and environmental consciousness. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives while fostering a supportive community. Enjoy a dynamic work environment where your passion for education and nature can flourish. With competitive pay and a range of benefits, this position is perfect for those looking to blend adventure with meaningful work in a vibrant setting.

Benefits

Discounted Child Care

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Employee Assistance Programs

Health and Wellness Programs

Paid Time Off

Discounts for Work Necessities

Qualifications

• 1+ year of summer camp experience with kids aged 5-12.
• Strong desire to make a difference and love for children.

Responsibilities

• Implement curriculum tailored to each child's needs.
• Create a safe and nurturing environment for exploration.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families and community.

Skills

Outdoor Activities Facilitation

Customer Service Skills

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking

CPR and First Aid Certification

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Child Development Certification

Job description

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with theGallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it’s KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

At Crème de la Crème, learning comes alive like nowhere else. Our centers are places that never stand still because kids never do. And when you join us, you’ll become part of that magic—making a memorable impact on young learners and their families every day. In our wow-worthy world of learning, your talents will be the catalyst for creating child care experiences you've never imagined. You’ll link arms with other exceptional humans who care as much about helping kids reach their highest potential as you do—and you’ll know that your work matters.

Our Creme Camp Counselors bring energy and creativity to the camps every day, combining adventure, education, and fun. They inspire campers to be curious learners using our nationally recognized curriculum that promotes educational experiences that focus on environmental science and sustainability. Our Counselors are committed to making their camp successful and know that creating meaningful relationships with children, families, and their team play a crucial role in that success.

When you join our team as a Creme Camp Counselor, you will:

1. Implement curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child
2. Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can dream, imagine, and explore
3. Partner and connect with parents, with a shared desire to provide the best care and experience for their children
4. Support your camp’s success, partner with camp staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment and engagement
5. Promote a strong passion for outdoor activities and nature-oriented consciousness
6. Cultivate positive relationships with families and community partners
7. Assist the Leadership Team and Counselors in supporting families, achieving enrollment, and operational objectives
8. Bring your expertise and passion for nature and environmental sustainability, serve as a knowledgeable resource, and support leadership create an experience that’s aligned to our brand promise

Required Skills and Experience:

1. At least one year of summer camp experience as a counselor working with campers between 5 to 12 years of age
2. A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day
3. Ability to facilitate and participate in outdoor physical activities
4. Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively
5. Meet state specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain (if applicable)
6. CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
7. Physically able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors
8. Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children
9. Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English

Range of pay $15.60 - $16.80 Hourly

Our benefits meet you where you are.

We’re here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:

• Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.
• Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
• Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
• Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
• … and much more.

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we’re matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you’ll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you’re anything like us, you’ll come for the work, and stay for the people.

KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.