Seasonal Assistant Camp Director

The Seasonal Assistant Camp Director will provide leadership in all matters pertaining to camp and serve as the acting Director as needed. The role requires prior experience working with children, environmental or farm-based education, and strong leadership qualities. The Assistant Camp Director will assist in managing daily camp administration, communicate with camper parents/guardians, and oversee Camp Educators in developing daily and weekly schedules and plans.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in environmental or agricultural education, the sciences, education, or other relevant course of study.
• Minimum two seasons’ experience working as a camp counselor, classroom teacher, informal educator, and/or childcare provider with children ages 4-14.
• Demonstrated skills, knowledge, or interest in environmental or farm-based education, food ways, and sustainability.
• A special interest in outdoor education and a great attitude about working outdoors in all conditions.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities appropriate to supervising early-career adult staff.
• A willingness to learn, bringing passion and enthusiasm to working with young people from diverse backgrounds each day.
• Reliable transportation to work every day.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.

Benefits

• Sick Time: 40 hours
• Reciprocity: Employees have access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions.
• Discounts: Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties, discount event tickets, and discounted merchandise at our stores and on stays at our inns.