Senior Counselors are needed to lead the following grade groups for 6 to 8 weeks of camp, which runs June 19-August 11: 4th and 5th grades, and 6th and 7th grades.

Education and Experience Required:

College students, or recent college graduates are invited to apply. Applicants should have experience and/or have a major or degree in environmental education, environmental science, elementary or secondary education, or related fields. Applicants with two or more years’ experience in a summer camp setting are preferred.

Must have:

• Aptitude for learning basic natural history/ecology concepts and activities.
• Experience and comfort in taking children into outdoor, natural settings.
• Excellent planning and organizing skills.
• Ability to be a creative and flexible leader and team player.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Other Requirements:

• Must pass three background checks.
• Must acquire current First Aid and CPR certification.             
• Must have own reliable transportation.
• NO housing can be provided. 

Required Dates and Hours: 

Preparation week: June 12-16, 2017; 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Camp weeks: 6 to 8 weeks between June 19 and August 11, 2017.

Hours: Staff hours 8:15 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; Thursday evening programs 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Salary   $8.00/hour, up to 38 hours per week.