Every summer Hockessin Summer Camp hires a staff of remarkable young men and women to serve as counselors, activity and trip leaders. Many are former campers, Some are new to Camp Hockessin, but all are committed to making every camper’s experience fun, memorable and affirming.
Summer Camp Director
Hi Everyone! I am excited to be returning to Camp Hockessin for what will be another great year! Camp Hockessin is such a wonderful place for bonding quickly with people from all over, and I am excited to continue that this year. Going to camp has always been my favorite thing to do during the summer besides being at the beach. During the rest of the year, I am a High School administrator. I hope I can bring an exciting and happy energy to camp this summer! I am so excited to be back in the amazing camp atmosphere!
Assistant Summer Camp Director
Hello Campers, I'm Coach Taylor, and excited to be spending another summer with you! I'm currently a student at Wilmington University, Majoring in Elementary Education! I love working with kids and letting them find their creativity. I’ve done everything from being a “camper” to helping out with camp. I love guiding kids and helping them find a creative outlet which is why I love camp so much. A little bit about me is that I am a dog mom to a little black lab and when I’m not working at camp I am a kids fitness coach for a local gym.
Summer Camp Counsler
Meet Coach Maggie, a vibrant and dedicated summer camp leader currently pursuing a major in psychology at Salisbury University. With a passion for working with kids, she thrives on creating hands-on experiences, introducing them to new and exciting activities, and cherishing the moments that contribute to their growth each summer. Coach Maggie's enthusiasm peaks during Harry Potter week, where she immerses campers in the magical world of wizardry, fostering their creativity through captivating scientific potions. Join Coach Maggie for a summer filled with fun, learning, and unforgettable memories!
At Hockessin Summer Camp, we believe that staff is our greatest resource and boast that we offer better than a 1 to 10 staff to camper ratio. Our camp staff all have prior experience working with children and have camp-specific training. Coach's are college students/graduates who are working professionals in the fields of education and child development.
All staff must pass a thorough background check including:
FBI and Fingerprints
National Child Abuse Registry
National & State Sex Offender Registry
Reference Checks
All staff receives a minimum of 24 hours of pre-camp training including:
Child Abuse Recognition & Prevention
CPR and First Aid Training
Communicable Disease Management
Zero Tolerance Anti-Bullying Training
Diversity & Inclusion Training – Team Building and Group Dynamics
And, more!