Lead Counselor

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities based on the provided curriculum.  Activities include discovery hikes, freshwater exploration, live animal encounters, science experiments, and nature crafts.
• Embrace working as a team focusing on respect, cooperation, collaboration, and curiosity.
• Use all available resources to enhance lessons and increase engagement.
• Gather supplies and set up activities before campers arrive.  Clean up at the end of each camp day.
• Ensure materials are kept clean, organized and in good working order. 
• Actively engage with campers during swim time.
• Create a positive and supportive environment for campers.
• Supervise campers at all times.
• Responsible for the health and welfare of campers including administering basic first aid.  
• Know and follow all safety protocols.
• Report any concerns or issues to the Camp Director in a timely manner.
• Assist with general tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children.
• Passion for nature and the outdoors** 
• Reliable and punctual.
• Positive and kind demeanor.
• Patient, supportive and understanding with children.
• Strong work ethic and personal integrity
• Ability to adapt to changes in the routine or plan for the day.
• Ability to work as part of a team, sharing responsibility for the planning and execution of the program.  
• Open to new experiences and receiving feedback.  
• Embraces hands-on learning and is willing to get wet and/or dirty throughout the day.

**background in environmental studies, outdoor education, biology, wildlife conservation, or previous work at a camp or nature center preferred

Physical Demands

• Able to engage in sustained physical activity throughout the day in all weather including heat, high humidity and rain.

• Able to walk on rough, hilly terrain keeping pace with the children.

   

Requirements

• Complete criminal background check in accordance with State Licensing.
• Provide documentation of a current health exam.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification.  New Pond Farm will provide training if needed.  

New Pond Farm is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or veteran, marital or disability status. 

Training Schedule

June 18 - 21

Monday through Friday, 10am - 4pm

Camp Schedule

June 24 - August 2

Monday through Friday, 8:45am - 4pm