Jen's Camp - Sewing Lead Counselor

Jen's Camp - Sewing Lead Counselor

• Application Review Begins 1/8/2026 (We’ll start reviewing candidates and reaching out at this time)

Summer Camp

• June 4 - August 2
• Program Hours: 7:30am - 6:00pm
• Lincoln Elementary: 615 W Kemper Place, Chicago, IL

Requirements

• Age 18 with a high school diploma or GED
• College degree preferred or in progress
• Clean Background Check
• CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification obtained by 5/1/26 and valid through 8/2/26
• Experience working with youth in camps or similar settings
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and remain active throughout the day. Yes, we’re serious—this job is a workout!
• Thorough Knowledge of classic boardgames such as Sorry, Monopoly, Taco Cat, Connect 4 and ability to understand/ teach new games.

Employment Details

• Job Type: Contract, Temporary
• Work Location: In person
• Pay Rate: Starting at $17.00 per hour
• Hours: Expected 37.5 hours per week
• Compensation: Staff are paid at their agreed-upon hourly rate for all time worked: Including training, staff meetings, move-in/out, and program hours. Compensation follows all state and federal wage requirements and is outlined in each staff member’s offer letter.
• Employment Status & Benefits: Spring Break and Summer positions are seasonal, temporary, non-benefited roles and do not include paid vacation time.

About Us

At Jen’s Camp, we empower kids ages 5–12 by giving them the freedom to choose activities that spark their interests and build confidence. Campers learn to explore, problem-solve, and grow independently in an intentionally designed environment. We have several areas of camp that are open simultaneously - stations include arts and crafts, engineering, stop motion animation, music, sewing, board games, a relaxation room, outdoor recreation and so much more!

Our spaces are intuitive by design, allowing campers to walk in and get started on their own while staff provide guidance, safety, and encouragement. Through thoughtful prep and organization, we create what we proudly call intentional calm—a setting where kids feel safe to create, try new things, and thrive emotionally, socially, and creatively.

We’re looking for organized, proactive leaders who value planning ahead and love supporting kids beyond just having fun. Our staff will manage their designated station, while balancing inventory, set-up, camper engagement, and emotional and physical safety/growth. From daily social-emotional check-ins to meaningful mentorship, our counselors play a key role in making each camper’s experience positive, empowering, and memorable. Our biggest reward is watching camper’s confidence grow as they successfully navigate tasks and learn independently.

Sewing Lead
As a Sewing Lead, you will oversee your own classroom that we call the “The Sewing Room: This is a creative, hands-on space designed for creativity, exploration, and focus. This room features multiple stations, including crochet, hand sewing, pom-pom making, and sewing machines. The Sewing Lead is responsible for managing the overall space and program, ensuring it remains creatively intuitive, safe, organized, and well-stocked so campers can jump right in with confidence. You’ll help maintain the “intentional calm” that allows kids to focus, create, and thrive. This role requires strong organization and time-management skills, proficiency in basic sewing techniques and machine use, and the ability to stay focused on detailed work for extended periods. The Sewing Room also contains the largest variety of supplies, making inventory organization and upkeep a key responsibility.

Role Summary

• Lead your space with safety, organization, and engagement
• Encourage campers’ choice, creativity, and confidence while managing risk
• Support campers’ emotional and physical well-being, including daily check-ins
• Collaborate with Directors, learn the “why” behind decisions
• Create calm while multitasking in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
• Implement and improve systems to maximize efficiency and engagement

Ready to Apply?

We encourage you to check out our website to learn more about Jen’s Camp and what makes us unique. As you can see from the job description, putting in the effort matters to us, and we value candidates who demonstrate this from the start.

We’re excited to meet you and see how you can help our campers flourish. Let’s make this Summer unforgettable!

Job Types: Contract, Temporary

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17