Part Time - Academic Summer Day Camp - Counselor

Penn State University • Spring Township, PA

8d • $14 • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for energetic, responsible, and enthusiastic Summer Camp Counselors to support our academic day camps. Counselors play a key role in creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment while helping students stay curious, motivated, and confident as they learn. Our camps blend academics with hands-on activities, teamwork, and creativity—making learning feel like summer fun.

Requirements

• Experience working with children (camp, classroom, tutoring, childcare, etc.).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Dependable, organized, and proactive.
• Ability to manage groups of students and maintain positive behavior.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in education, child development, or related fields preferred.
• Penn State students or recent graduates.
• All majors are encouraged to apply.
• Anyone who enjoys working with kids in a structured but fun environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage students throughout the camp day in accordance with University policy.
• Support academic activities, projects, and lessons led by instructors.
• Lead or assist with games, enrichment activities, and transitions.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive, and safe camp environment.
• Communicate clearly with camp staff and follow daily schedules.
• Help with setup, cleanup, and classroom organization.
• Model professionalism, kindness, and enthusiasm for learning.

Benefits

• Opportunities to work multiple sessions.
• Camps are enrollment driven and may be cancelled with minimal notice.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees