Summer Garden Camp Manager

Job Title: Summer Garden Camp Manager

School Garden Network of Sonoma County, California

www.schoolgardens.org

Location: Sonoma County, CA

Compensation: $30/hour

Schedule: Part-time remote (Spring), Full-time onsite (Summer)

Term: Seasonal

Responsibilities

Program Development (Spring – Part-time Remote)

- Design daily nature-based activities: gardening, cooking, crafts, hikes, games, leadership challenges.

- Develop leadership opportunities for Junior Educators (ages 12–17).

- Update the camp handbook.

- Recruit and hire camp instructors.

- Plan and facilitate a 3-day staff training in June.

Program Management (Summer – Full-time Onsite)

- Manage camper registration and parent communication.

- Supervise and support camp instructors.

- Co-teach activities and collaborate on daily planning.

- Participate in all staff trainings and camp events.

Communications

- Maintain regular communication with SGN’s Executive Director and school garden staff at camp host schools.

- Represent SGN professionally.

- Capture photos and content for newsletters, website, and social media.

Qualifications

- Commitment to SGN’s mission and garden-based education.

- 3+ years leading outdoor education programs or youth camps.

- Experience in curriculum development.

- Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills.

- Ability to lift 50 lbs and lead outdoor activities in all weather.

- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

- Current (or willing to obtain) First Aid & CPR certification.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

- Spanish proficiency a plus.

How to Apply

Please submit a one-page resume, cover letter, and three references in one combined PDF to sue.davis@schoolgardens.org with the subject line: “Summer Garden Camp Manager Application.”

Application timeline:

- Open until filled

- Rolling interviews

- Part-time remote work may begin March 1, 2025