Adventurer Camp Educator
Location: Milton, MA
Adventurer Camp Educators lead groups of campers ranging from ages 11-14 during our summer camp located at the Norman Smith Education Center in the Blue Hills Reservation. Adventurer Camp Educators develop, plan, and implement age-appropriate nature-based activities, including hikes, games and crafts, supervise the health and safety of campers, and communicate with camp staff and parents. The end of each session includes an overnight on and off site.
Qualifications: Applicants must be at least 21 with 2 years of driving experience and a clean driving record. Have an interest and general knowledge of natural history and/or education. Have or working toward a bachelor’s in environmental studies, biology, education or related field is a plus but not necessary. Must have previous experience working with and enjoy being with children; have the ability to lead groups over rough terrain and be able to work both cooperatively and independently, have a positive attitude, love of nature, and a willingness to learn. Current certification in Community CPR and First Aid or an equivalent current certification is required.
Schedule: Training occurs June 11-13 and June 17-21. Camp runs Monday-Friday, July 15 - August 23; Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with 4 overnight classes on Thursday-Friday evening.
Compensation and Benefits: $9.00 - $11.00/hour depending on experience, housing available for $40/week.
To inquire about this position:
Please send cover letter, resume, and a list of 3 references to:
Lauren Gordon, Camp Director
bluehillscamp@massaudubon.org
Blue Hills Trailside Museum
1904 Canton Ave.
Milton, MA 02186
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Assistant Camp Director
Location: Milton, MA
The Assistant Camp Director will support the Camp Director in the daily operations of camp and directly supervise the aftercare program from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., located at the Norman Smith Education Center in the Blue Hills Reservation. The Assistant Camp Director will assist in many of the administrative aspects of camp, oversee the health and safety of campers, communicate with parents, assist in the supervision of camp staff and high-school aged volunteers and help camp staff with program planning and substitute teach when needed.
Qualifications: Applicant must be at least 25 years old. Have at least two years of camp experience in a leadership role. At least two years of experience working with and enjoy being with children ages 5-14 years old, have an interest and general knowledge of natural history and/or education. Must have the ability to lead groups over rough terrain and be able to work both cooperatively and independently. Must be comfortable in a leadership role, have strong interpersonal skills, have an enthusiastic and positive attitude, a love of nature and have a willingness to learn. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, computer skills in areas such as word processing, spreadsheets, database entry and blogging and a strong commitment to high quality customer service. Current certification in Community CPR and First Aid or an equivalent current certification is required.
Schedule: Training occurs June 11-13 and June 17-21. Camp runs Monday -Friday, June 24- August 25. Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. with occasional morning hours and overnights during the summer.
There is a possibility to work part-time, as needed, starting June 1st.
Compensation and Benefits: $10.00 - $12.00/hour depending on experience, housing available for $40/week.
To inquire about this position:
Please send cover letter, resume, and a list of 3 references to:
Lauren Gordon, Camp Director
bluehillscamp@massaudubon.org
Blue Hills Trailside Museum
1904 Canton Ave.
Milton, MA 02186
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Camp Educator
Location: Milton, MA
Do you want to spend your summer outside, inspiring a love of nature in children? Then this is the job for you!
Camp Educators lead groups of campers ranging from ages 5–10 during our Summer Camp located at the Norman Smith Education Center in the Blue Hills Reservation. Camp Educators develop, plan, and implement age-appropriate nature-based activities, including hikes, games and crafts, supervise the health and safety of campers, communicate effectively with camp staff, parents, and supervise high-school aged volunteers.
Qualifications: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have an interest and general knowledge of natural history and/or education. Have or working toward a bachelor’s in environmental studies, biology, education or related field is a plus but not necessary. Must have previous experience working with and enjoy being with children; have the ability to lead groups over rough terrain and be able to work both cooperatively and independently; have a positive attitude, love of nature, and a willingness to learn. Current certification in Community CPR and First Aid or an equivalent current certification is required.
Schedule: Training occurs June 11-13 and June 17-21. Camp runs Monday-Friday, June 24- August 28; Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with occasional hours until 6:00 p.m.
Compensation and Benefits: $9.00 - $11.00/hour depending on experience, housing available for $40/week.
To inquire about this position:
Please send cover letter, resume, and a list of 3 references to:
Lauren Gordon, Camp Director
bluehillscamp@massaudubon.org
Blue Hills Trailside Museum
1904 Canton Ave.
Milton, MA 02186
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Junior Camp Educator
Location: Milton, MA
Assist Camp Educators in leading groups of campers ranging from ages 5–10 during our Summer Camp located at the Norman Smith Education Center in the Blue Hills Reservation. Junior Camp Educators assist in the development, planning, and implementation age-appropriate nature-based activities, including hikes, games and crafts, supervise the health and safety of campers, and communicate with camp staff and parents.
Qualifications:
Applicants must be at least 17 years of age and have an interest and general knowledge of natural history and/or education. Experience as a Blue Hills CIT is preferred, though not required. Must have previous experience working with and enjoy being with children; have the ability to lead groups over rough terrain and be able to work both cooperatively and independently; have a positive attitude, love of nature, and a willingness to learn. Current certification in Community CPR and First Aid or an equivalent current certification is required.
Schedule: Training occurs June 11-13 and June 17-21. Camp runs Monday-Friday, June 24-August 23; Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Compensation and Benefits: $9.00/hour
To inquire about this position:
Please send cover letter, resume, and a list of 3 references to:
Lauren Gordon, Camp Director
bluehillscamp@massaudubon.org
Blue Hills Trailside Museum
1904 Canton Ave.
Milton, MA 02186
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Preschool Camp Educator
Location: Milton, MA
Do you want to spend your summer outside, inspiring a love of nature in children? Then this is the job for you!
Camp Educators lead groups of campers 3 & 4 year old campers during our Summer Camp located at the Norman Smith Education Center in the Blue Hills Reservation. Camp Educators develop, plan, and implement age-appropriate nature-based activities, including hikes, games, songs and crafts, supervise the health and safety of campers, communicate effectively with camp staff, parents, and supervise high-school aged volunteers.
Qualifications: Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and have an interest and general knowledge of natural history and/or education. Have or working toward a bachelor’s in environmental studies, biology, education or related field is a plus but not necessary. Must have previous experience working with preschool children; have the ability to lead groups over rough terrain and be able to work both cooperatively and independently; have a positive attitude, love of nature, and a willingness to learn. Current certification in Community CPR and First Aid or an equivalent current certification is required.
Schedule: Training occurs June 11-13 and June 17-21. Camp runs Monday-Friday, June 24- August 28; Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with occasional hours until 6:00 p.m.
Compensation and Benefits: $9.00 - $11.00/hour depending on experience, housing available for $40/week.
To inquire about this position:
Please send cover letter, resume, and a list of 3 references to:
Lauren Gordon, Camp Director
bluehillscamp@massaudubon.org
Blue Hills Trailside Museum
1904 Canton Ave
Milton, MA 02186
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