Seasonal Summer Camp Educator Counselor

Who We Are:? Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nation's premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees? preserves, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts.Our properties are open to all, and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do. We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity, and have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 27,000+ acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non-profit conservation organization, we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 Member households.We encourage you to learn more about The Trustees on our website, www.thetrustees.org. Posting Information:? Hourly Rate:?$17.00-$19.00/hour Rates are?determined?based on relevant experience. Hours per week:?35-40, Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-3:30PM Job Classification:?Nonexempt, Seasonal Job Type:?Onsite Duration:?June 14-August?21, 2026 Location:?Powisset?Farm, Dover, MA

What You'll Do:? Your Impact:? Are you interested in providing hands-on experiences for children?in?Powisset?Farm's?fields and forests, children's garden,?lively?barnyard, and?teaching kitchen??Our unique?farm?camp connects children to the land and the natural systems that support us all, while spending time outdoors, exploring, making friends, and having fun. Farmer, Forester, Chef! is a day camp?located?at historic?Powisset?Farm in Dover, MA.Powisset?Farm is a 109-acre working CSA vegetable farm with a vibrant learning garden, barnyard animals, culinary?program?for all ages, scenic trails, engaging education programs, and deep history that make this a special place to visit and work. As a camp educator,?you'll?have a fun, energetic, and meaningful experience that also comes with real responsibility.You'll?be trusted to keep campers safe, engaged, and supported throughout the day, a big responsibility but one that you?won?t?be navigating alone. With thorough training, clear expectations, and a supportive leadership team,?you'll?grow as a leader while making an impact that truly matters. For more information about our camp, please visit?Trustees Camps. The Role:? As a Camp Educator, you are energetic, fun, approachable, inclusive, smart,?and have leadership qualities. You are ready to teach children how the farm, forests, and fresh food are all interconnected via hands-on activities in the barnyard, teaching kitchen, and during exploratory activities in the fields and forests of?Powisset?Farm. Each day begins?at 9AM?by?enthusiastically?greeting campers and moves quickly to learning and fun!?As a?Camp Educator, you?are responsible for?planning outdoor nature and agriculture related activities?and?partner with livestock and kitchen staff on regular daily activities, including barn chores and cooking classes. Pick up at 3PM is filled with stories of the day's?adventures. This?is a full-time, seasonal role?reporting to?the?Camp Director. The typical schedule is a 37-hour work week, Monday through Friday for the nine-week season. Camp runs for eight weeks from June 22?August 14?plus a staff training?week?June 15?June?19.You are?primarily responsible for planning and directing camp activities and direct supervision of their camper group (ages 6-11). Specifically, you'll:?

• Supervise, educate, and care for?campers.
• Design and implement camp curriculum and activities based on farming, food, sustainability, and the natural world with support from staff and farm resources.
• Plan daily developmentally?appropriate activities?and farm projects with?camp?team.
• Lead daily plant and animal farm chores and nature activities with designated age groups between ages 6 and 11.Potential to lead daily plant and animal farm chores and nature activities with designated age groups between ages 12-14.
• Communicate with camper parents?regarding?camp questions and basic camper information.
• Perform daily camp staff chores to organize,?prepare for, and close out?each day.
• Ensure'safety?of campers and staff by closely following established protocols.
• Meet periodically with Camp Director to evaluate experience and performance.
• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

This is a'seasonal?position?working 35-40 hours/week and?reporting directly to?the?Powisset?Camp Director. Requirements What You'll Need:? Skills and Experience:?

• Holding or working toward a?Bachelor's degree in environmental?or agricultural education, the sciences, education, or other relevant course of study is preferred, but not?required.?
• Experience working as a camp counselor, classroom teacher, informal educator, and/or childcare provider with children ages?6-11.??
• A special interest in outdoor education,?or?working on a farm?or in a kitchen?
• A willingness to learn,?bringing?passion and enthusiasm to?working?with young people each day.??
• CPR and Basic First Aid certifications?required; an on-site training?option?will be provided.
• A desire and ability to share your passion for the natural world with children from diverse backgrounds.
• A great attitude about working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• A terrific sense of humor!?
• The ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Reliable transportation to camp.

• Must be 18+ years of age?by the first day of camp?
• Full availability for camp staff training week and all weeks of camp (June 15?August 14) -?9 weeks?in total.
• Current authorization to work in the United States?by the?first day of employment.
• A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check.

Don?t quite have all the skills and experience listed above? We still want to hear from you! Research shows that historically marginalized groups are less likely to apply if they do not meet every single requirement. We are committed to building a diverse team and encourage you to apply even if you are missing some of the skills and experience above. Have questions? Contact our People team at people@thetrustees.org! 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.?

Equal Opportunity and Diversity: The Trustees is a proud equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status including, but not limited to, age, race, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual preferences, nation of origin, religion, or disability status and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with varying abilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts, who are at the core of our mission. The Trustees? commitment to advancing the organization's vision for this work may be found here:?Diversity, Belonging, Inclusion and Equity. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment. To request reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at people@thetrustees.org.