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Fit City Kids

School Year Camp Coach

Chicago, IL · On-site

$16.20/hr

Job duties of a coach include engaging in summer camp games like sports fitness and stem/art ... High school diploma Job Type: Part Time Salary: $16.20 per hour Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Anywhere ...

Fit City Kids

School Year Camp Coach

Chicago, IL · On-site

$16.20/hr

Job duties of a coach include engaging in summer camp games like sports fitness and stem/art ... High school diploma Job Type: Part Time Salary: $16.20 per hour Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Anywhere ...

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How much do part time summer camp jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time summer camp in Park Ridge, IL is $15.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.27 and $17.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A part time summer camp job typically involves working with children or teens at a camp for a portion of the week or day during the summer months. Responsibilities may include supervising campers, organizing activities, ensuring safety, and assisting with meals or events. Part time roles offer flexibility, making them ideal for students, teachers, or anyone looking for seasonal work. These positions can provide valuable experience in leadership, teamwork, and communication.

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To thrive as a Part Time Summer Camp Counselor, you need experience working with children, basic first aid knowledge, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with activity planning, safety protocols, and sometimes CPR certification are typical requirements. Strong communication, leadership, and patience are essential soft skills for engaging campers and resolving conflicts. These abilities ensure a safe, enjoyable, and supportive environment that fosters campers' growth and well-being.

What are some common challenges faced by part time summer camp staff, and how can they be managed effectively?

Part-time summer camp staff often face challenges such as adapting to fast-paced environments, managing diverse groups of children, and quickly building rapport with both campers and other staff. Effective communication, flexibility, and proactive problem-solving skills are essential to navigate these situations. Collaborating closely with full-time staff and staying organized with schedules and activity plans can help ensure a rewarding and smooth camp experience for everyone involved.

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2026 Summer Camp Coach

Hi-Five Sports Club

Mount Prospect, IL

$16 - $25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

LOVE Sports and Children? BE OUTSIDE! BE ACTIVE! BE A POSITIVE ROLE MODEL!

Essential Job Functions Include:

- Coaches are responsible for leading, implementing, and instructing small teams of children throughout the day at summer camp.

- Take charge of their respective teams during gameplay

- Assist with officiating if need be.

- Be a role model to players and staff in your attitude and behavior.

- Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures. Set a good example to children and others in regard to general company procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and sportsmanship.

- Represent the company when interacting with parents or community members. Provide parents

appropriate feedback and information for their child to have a successful experience. Always and in all ways, present a positive image of the company and yourself.

Requirements:

- Be passionate about creating positive environments and experiences for children

- Have an outgoing, energetic attitude, and be confident in teaching, leading, and facilitating discussions with children ages 5 - 12 years old.

- Experience working with and love of children of a variety of ages, abilities, and personalities

- Graduating seniors and college students with athletic and/or team experience

- Sports experience - intercollegiate, intramural, and/or high school experience

- Experience playing and/or coaching one or more of the following sports: soccer, baseball/softball, basketball, football, and fitness.

- Flexible, takes direction and has initiative, and is comfortable in a fast paced, changing environment

- We are currently looking for Head Coaches that are available part time.

- Mandatory paid trainings will occur once before the season starts.

- All candidates accepted for the position will be asked to undergo a fingerprinted background check by the Department of Justice.

- Summer Camp experience a plus

HI-FIVE SPORTS’ mission is to provide the highest quality youth sports programming with the utmost convenience for parents. Everyone at Hi-Five is passionate about the positive results that can be achieved by introducing children to team sports the “Hi-Five” way! We have been proudly providing families with fun and transformative Youth Sports Entertainment for nearly 3 decades.