Break Camp Assistant Director - Chicago - North Center

Overview

Location: 4046 N Leavitt St., Chicago, IL 60618

Camp Dates: 3/23/2026 (Mon) - 3/27/2026 (Fri)

Camp

Hours:

8:00 am - 6:00 pm (actual staff shifts will vary, and hours on the final camp day may be extended)

Average Pay: $19.75 - $22.25 per hour

At Steve & Kate's, we put radical trust in kids so that they learn to trust themselves. Campers choose minute-to-minute how to spend their time because making decisions today helps to build the self-confidence they ll need to wrangle unknowns tomorrow. We value empowering our staff to be their whole authentic selves because everyone in our community needs to feel included!

Sound like something you can get behind? If so, we re looking for team members who are motivated babysitters, teachers, coaches, students, athletes, artists, and anyone ready to play hard and be goofy. As a Steve & Kate s staff member, you ll sharpen your inherent leadership skills, learn some new ones, and collaborate with interesting people, all while immersing yourself in creativity and play.

• Staff members will be responsible for facilitating activities, making connections, and monitoring safety and wellness.
• Some staff members will create and/or oversee activity spaces in which campers will self-select activities, while other staff will work in rotating support roles throughout camp.
• The best way to find out what your specific responsibilities would be is to speak with your local director. Activities include sewing, stop-motion animation, maker space, performing arts, arts and crafts, lounging, recreation, and more.
• Actively supervising campers.
• Maintaining an organized and approachable activity space.
• Ensure compliance with Camp Policies.
• Reporting & recording details of notable concerns or incidents, and of injuries to campers, other staff members, or self.
• Keeping track of camper allergies and dietary restrictions.
• Adding daily updates and photos to campers  profiles.

• Job Requirements:
• At least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of 2 months experience working with camp-age children, with 1 year preferred, in either a professional, personal or volunteer setting.
• First Aid & CPR certified prior to Day 1 of Camp (some locations may require additional certifications).
• By applying and accepting an offer you are giving Steve & Kate s permission to email or text you.