Camp Counselor; Morris Arboretum & Gardens

University of Pennsylvania • Philadelphia, PA

6d • $7 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

The Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania is seeking Camp Counselors for our vibrant full-day Nature Explorers Camp. Our campers are between the ages of 4-10 years old and will be divided into groups based on age. Campers will spend most of their time outdoors in our beautiful garden setting, and counselors should have an interest in both nature and education. Counselors will plan engaging activities, and the camp day will include hiking expeditions, science lessons, arts & crafts, and games. Counselors will work collaboratively with a team of education professionals. In addition, lead counselors will also help to direct an assistant camp counselor and CITs. Summer Camp runs for six weeks from June 29 – August 7, 2026. There will also be a mandatory orientation during the week of June 22. Counselors must be available for all 7 of those weeks.

Requirements

• Counselors should have an interest in both nature and education
• Counselors must be available for all 7 of those weeks

Responsibilities

• Plan engaging activities
• Hiking expeditions
• Science lessons
• Arts & crafts
• Games
• Work collaboratively with a team of education professionals
• Lead counselors will also help to direct an assistant camp counselor and CITs

Benefits

• Health and Life: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Please note that benefit eligibility is determined/based on ACA guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed