A New Leaf Summer Camp Counselors: Pip and Pickles Farm

A New Leaf School's summer camp at Pip and Pickles Farm offers a fun-packed summer inspired by our connection to all living organisms. Inviting the campers to explore nature through the lens of science and sustainability, to exercise the body by way of hiking, climbing, yoga, and sports, and to express the mind through art, music, writing, and handwork.

We are looking for energetic and experienced educators who enjoy working with children outdoors. On our farm, we have a herd of goats, a flock of chickens, a forest and pond, a large organic garden, STEM studio, and Creative Arts workshop which help enrich the day-to-day life at camp.

The ideal candidates would have a genuine interest in nature and being outdoors with children. They would have the ability to work within a team and the physical ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions while participating in strenuous activities such as hiking, gardening, sports, and other games. They would also be creative in arts, theater, science, technology, engineering, and math. They would be able to help children navigate friendships and conflicts. The ideal candidate would arrive each day with the drive and enthusiasm needed to help make a child’s summer camp experience the best one they’ve ever had!

Orientation: May 28th - 31st, 2024

Camp session: June 3rd - July 12th, 2024 (June 16th & July 4th: no camp)

Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Duties:
- Supervise and ensure the safety of campers at all times
- Plan, organize, and lead age-appropriate activities and games
- Provide guidance and support to campers in their personal and social development
- Assist with the implementation of educational programs and lessons
- Foster a positive and inclusive camp environment
- Manage behavior and resolve conflicts among campers
- Maintain accurate records of camper incidents or accidents

-Maintain safe and clean environments

Skills:
- Comfortable with campers in mixed-age groups ranging from 3 - 14 years old.

-Experience teaching in a classroom setting, at a summer camp, youth leadership position, or nature education program
- Ability to educate and engage children throughout their day at camp
- Experience working with students or children with diverse backgrounds and abilities
- Strong behavior management skills to maintain a safe and respectful camp environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with campers, parents, and staff members
- Ability to adapt to changing situations and problem-solve on the spot
- Enthusiasm for outdoor activities and willingness to participate in camp games and events

-Create a positive and fun environment that encourages the children to participate and explore in an exciting way. Build friendly relationships with campers with the ability to still be a leader. Assist campers in making friendships and solving conflicts.

-Ability to work outdoors in all sort of Tennessee summer weather

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. If you have any questions or wish to apply please email your resume to farm.education@anewleafschool.org