STEAM Youth Camp Assistant

About Oakton College

Educate. Empower. Transform

At Oakton College, we know education changes lives - and that starts with the people who make it happen. For more than 50 years, we've built a welcoming and inclusive community where students from all backgrounds and experiences thrive.

We're looking for passionate educators, professionals and leaders to join our team. Whether in the classroom, student support, or behind the scenes, your talents and expertise will make a difference and shape the future.

We provide dynamic learning environments that empower students and employees alike with campuses in Des Plaines and Skokie and a Health Careers Education Center in Evanston.

As a proud institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Oakton is more than a college - it's a place where innovation, equity and lifelong learning drive everything we do. We value diverse perspectives and embrace new ideas and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and student-centered culture.

Job Description

The Oakton College Summer STEAM Camp program is looking for enthusiastic and innovative assistants for the 2025 summer camp season. Camp Assistants will support instructors and students, assist with hands-on and computer-based lessons and projects and supervise campers ages 8-14.

Location:

Oakton College Des Plaines and Skokie Campuses

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Assist with classroom setup (e.g., loading computer programs, setting up laptops, organizing supplies)
• Assist the instructor with students: answering questions, helping with projects
• Provide and oversee activities, escort students to classrooms, restrooms, cafeteria and supervise during lunch and breaks
• Facilitate student pickup and drop off
• Other duties as assigned

Subject Matter Include:

Various STEAM topics, hands-on and computer-based lessons and projects

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old by June 5th
• Must be punctual, prepared, dependable and responsible
• Must be a team player, contributing to the success of program
• Have the ability to work with and show patience with youth participants ages 8-14
• Previous experience working with youth preferred
• Experience with technology helpful, but not required

Additional Information

Camp Schedule:

Spring 2026

Days: Monday-Friday

Dates: Monday 3/23-3/27

Times: 8:15am -12:15pm

Location: Oakton College Skokie Campus 7701 Lincoln Ave.

Summer 2026

Days: Monday-Thursday

Time: 8:30pm-4:15pm (4-day week 29 Hours per week; 3-day week 21.75 hours per week)

Dates/Weeks: Skokie Campus

• 6/8-6/11
• 6/15-6/18
• 6/23-6/25 (Tuesday-Thursday 3-day week)
• 6/30-7/2
• 7/6-7/9 NO CAMP

Dates/Weeks: Des Plaines Campus

• 7/13-7/16
• 7/20-7/23
• 7/27-7/30
• 8/3-8/6

Salary: $16 per hour

For information regarding employment eligibility, please visit our employment at Oakton web page.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Application Instructions

Please be sure to have a current resume, cover letter, and list of, at least, three (3) professional references with contact information prepared to submit with your application.

Oakton College conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law and in accordance with the Illinois Department of Human Rights Conviction Record Protection Act of March 2021.

Posted positions may be removed from the Oakton website without notice when it is determined that no additional applicants are required.

Oakton College does not utilize E-Verify for employment eligibility verification.

Working at Oakton

Inspiring and supporting the growth and education of students is a lifelong commitment. Oakton’s commitment to its students starts with a dedicated team of skilled and passionate professionals like you. A team of diverse backgrounds and viewpoints can help unlock a student’s passion in life, giving them the tools to think critically and support their community.

From faculty and staff to service and maintenance roles, we have many positions available at both the Des Plaines and Skokie campuses so you can share your skills and passion in an inclusive community that inspires generations of students.

As you support generations of students, Oakton offers generous benefits including medical, dental and employer-provided life insurance. In addition, you will enjoy an accommodating work schedule that allows you to balance an engaging career with a fulfilling home and personal life.