Summer Camp Counselor

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Posted Job Title

Summer Camp Counselor

Job Profile Title

Temporary Employee – Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary

The Summer Camp Counselor is responsible for leading and assisting small and large groups of campers in a variety of activities. The activities include gallery tours, art-making projects, games, scavenger hunts, and performances during the summer camp season. Counselors help to foster a fun and positive learning environment by facilitating friendships and teamwork among campers while acting as a mentor.
Any questions about the position or application process can be emailed to the Summer Camp Director at [email protected].

Job Description

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead and assist small and large groups of campers in a variety of activities, including gallery tours, inquiry-based workshops, art-making projects, games, and scavenger hunts.

• Foster a fun and positive learning environment by facilitating friendships and teamwork among campers while acting as a mentor.

Job Location – City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Position Qualifications:

• Enthusiasm and experience working with children, preferably in an educational setting
• Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
• Competence in teaching and administrative work
• Patience, creativity, enthusiasm, initiative, and flexibility a must
• Completed college degree with background in education, anthropology, archaeology, history, or art preferred but not required
• Completed clearances preferred: Child abuse history, PA criminal record, and FBI criminal history
• Must be available to work June 17-Aug. 16, Monday–Friday, 35-40 hours per week

Department / School

University Museum

Pay Range

$7.25 – $16.25 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile. 

Affirmative Action Statement 
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements 
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.