Summer Camp Field Teacher (Greenland Point)

Lead groups of 10-12 participants in outdoor focused programming in Down East Maine. The core of our outdoors educational staff at Greenland Point 4-H Camps is our counselors, which are integral to the success of our summer programs. Counselors lead groups of campers with from 6 to 12 participants ages 7 to 17, for week-long programs. 

This role requires a high level of enthusiasm for working with children of various ages with a strong dedication to safety and fun. We offer a wide array of outdoor focused programs based on conservation education, wilderness survival skills, naturalist, and adventure. Each week, we offer 4 different programs, providing a diverse and changing schedule. 

Qualifications: 

• Minimum of 18 years of age 
• Previous camp experience or working with youth preferred 
• Must have a desire to work with various age groups 
• Must be a positive role model 
• Good communication skills 
• Interest or background in the outdoors: hiking, nature, hunting, fishing, canoeing, etc. 
• Willing to live and work in a community setting with changing program needs and focuses. 
• Attend a week-long staff training at Bryant Pond prior to the start of camp. 

Responsibilities: 

• Lead programs for various ages, Sunday through Friday. (Some 2 week and a 1 week program) 
• Supervise campers and ensure safety and risk management policies are followed. 
• Plan lessons, lead activities, mentor campers, and provide opportunities for campers to learn and explore the outdoors through high-quality experiences. 
• Perform camp chores that benefit the greater community. 
• Attend staff meetings and debriefs as scheduled. 
• Provide basic first aid as needed 
• Some staff will also be lifeguards, shooting sports instructors, trip leaders, or other leadership roles as warranted, and agreed upon, based on training. 
• Occasional bunk duty, or campsite coverage depending on the program 

Schedule and Compensation:

• Typically Sunday through Friday, with occasional weekend programming. 
• Sunday 11:30 a.m.-Friday 2 p.m. unless otherwise scheduled 
• 1 evening, typically Tuesday or Wed. off or 4 hour mid-day off block 
• 4 weeks of camp programs plus 1 week of staff training *LG, TLT, or WFA may be scheduled at other times. 
• Room and Board are included. *Under 18 must have offsite weekend accommodations throughout the season, Friday evening through Sunday a.m. unless agreed upon by Camp Director. 
• Lifeguards will be trained as required

How to apply:

Apply Online at our website.

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