Summer Camp Instructor
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Education / Teaching
Summer Seasonal, Summer Camp -
Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Summer Seasonal
Job Summary
Spend a summer in nature at Del Nature! Help children discover the magic of the natural world at summer camp! Join our teaching team for our twelve, week-long summer camp programs running from June 8 to August 28, 2026.
Position Details- Location: Hockessin, DE, United States
- Start Date: May 31, 2026
- End Date: August 28, 2026
- Final date to receive applications: April 1, 2026
Summer Camp Instructors deliver curriculum-based, hands-on environmental, agricultural, and cultural education activities that embody our core values of Respect, Stewardship, Collaboration, Inclusion, and Integrity. Instructors work with children aged 3 to 15 at camps held at Ashland Nature Center and Coverdale Farms Preserve. Themes are chosen based on instructor interest and expertise and may include subjects such as cooking, arts & games, nature exploration, farm chores, paddle sports, and more.
Activities take place rain or shine, with exceptions for extreme or unsafe weather conditions, and are conducted both indoors and outdoors. The time commitment for this position varies based on camp needs and the applicant’s availability.
Summer Camp Instructors report to the Education/Program Coordinator or Manager. The compensation ranges from $16/hr to $19/hr based on experience. This seasonal position is paid hourly on a twice-monthly schedule, with all applicable federal and state taxes withheld. A 30-minute unpaid meal break is required daily.
About the OrganizationFounded in 1964, the Delaware Nature Society (Del Nature) is a statewide non-profit organization committed to environmental education, inclusivity, and multicultural engagement.
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