Seasonal Farm Camp Counselor - Dover, MA_

Farmer, Forester, Chef! is a children’s summer day camp located at Powisset Farm in Dover, MA. Powisset Farm is a working CSA vegetable farm with a vibrant learning garden, barnyard animals, beautiful trails, engaging education programs, and deep history that make this a special place to visit and work. At summer camp, we have an interdisciplinary, hands-on approach to learning in the fields and forests, the Learning Garden, the barnyard, and the kitchen. Our unique camp connects children to the land and the natural systems that support us all, while spending time outdoors, exploring, making friends, and having fun.

The Opportunity.

The Farm Camp Counselor position at Powisset Farm is a seasonal role. The typical schedule for the full-time Farm Camp Educator is a:

• 40 hour work week

• 8:15AM – 4:15PM

• Monday through Friday for the season July–August 19

• a week of mandatory training

The Farm Camp Counselor is primarily responsible for the planning and daily execution of camp programs and activities and direct supervision of campers, 6-12 years old, depending on the assigned age group.

In this role you will:

• Daily supervision and safe keeping of campers
• Assist with design of, and implement camp curriculum and activities based on farming, food, sustainability, and the natural world with support from staff and farm resources
• Plan daily age-appropriate activities and farm projects with teaching team
• Lead daily plant and animal farm chores with designated age group between ages 6 and 12
• Communicate with camper parents regarding camp questions and basic camper information
• Perform daily camp staff chores to organize and prepare for each day
• Ensure safety of campers and staff by closely following all COVID-19 protocols
• Meet periodically with Camp Director to evaluate experience and performance
• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation

Qualifications

• Working toward or holding 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, or informal educator with children ages 6-12
• Must be outgoing, have a willingness to learn, and bring joy and enthusiasm to work every day
• Must have experience with and enjoy working with children in an outdoor setting
• Knowledge of or interest in farm-based education, food, farm-to-table culinary arts, cooking farm-fresh food, and sustainability
• A desire to share your passion for the natural world with children
• A familiarity with Powisset Farm and The Trustees of Reservations helpful

Other Requirements

• Reliable transportation
• Must be fully available for camp staff training week and all 9 weeks of camp (July–August 19)
• A satisfactory criminal background check (CORI and SORI)
• Community CPR and Basic First Aid certifications required
• Able and willing to work outdoors in variable weather conditions
• Able and willing to wear a mask and conform to all best COVID-19 best practices
• Counselors must be at least 18 years old

To prevent the infection and spread of COVID-19, and as an integral part of its public health and safety measures, The Trustees of Reservations requires that all successful applicants show proof of full vaccination by an FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine before beginning employment, unless an exemption from this policy has been granted. Applicants who believe they need an accommodation of this policy because of a disability, sincerely-held religious belief, or otherwise should inform Human Resources after an offer of employment is extended; please do not include any medical, genetic, or religious information on your application materials.

About The Trustees

The Trustees is one of Massachusetts’ largest non-profits and the nation’s first conservation and preservation organization. Today, the places we care about are going fast, and the forces undermining them, including climate change, are moving faster. Our passion is to protect and share with everyone the irreplaceable natural and cultural treasures under our care. We are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and more than 70,000 member households.

The Trustees has been featured in the Top 100 Women-Led Organizations in Massachusetts for seven consecutive years.

In addition to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Trustees aims to create a thriving, inclusive workplace that values each member of its team. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts who are at the core of our mission.

We kindly request that you do not call to inquire about the status of your application. Those candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted.