Assistant Camp Director

The Maria Mitchell Association (MMA), a science and history-based nonprofit organization on Nantucket Island, Massachusetts, is seeking an Assistant Camp Director for our Discovery Camp Program. The program’s mission is to provide quality outdoor and environmental learning experiences for Nantucket’s youth and families. The Assistant Camp Director will report to the Director of Discovery Programs. 

Responsibilities and Tasks: 

The Assistant Camp Director will help coordinate and facilitate training for the Discovery Camp’s Environmental Education (EE) Instructors, assist in the daily operations, supervision, camper success, and instructor support. Additionally, they will provide waterfront supervision, serve as the primary lifeguard during waterfront camp activities, ensure that EE instructors are following camp rules and regulations, assemble camper registration/health forms each week, help with lesson plan development and share their passions for curriculum, inventory equipment, identify emerging needs, and assist the Director in other operations as necessary. 

Requirements and Qualifications: 

Preference given to candidates that have: 

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university and at least 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience 
• Age 22 or older with a valid driver’s license and ability to drive organizational vehicles around Nantucket Island 
• Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid certified for at least 2 years 
• Has prior supervisory experience 
• Experience in youth programming and lesson plan development in a camp or other outdoor educational environment 
• Can multi-task and efficiently perform required duties 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Strong organizational skills and experience with detail-oriented tasks required 
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to move, stand, and walk frequently, with or without accommodation 
• Has a fun, outgoing personality and is willing to work outside in inclement weather and occasionally at night and on weekends 
• Desire to jump into new opportunities with a can-do attitude.  
• Preferred background in environmental education or natural sciences 

Compensation: $18/hour 

Housing: Dorm style housing available for $30/week.  

Housing is located within walking distance to the town centre and is a short bike ride to beautiful beaches, bike and hiking trails, museums, and other great locations. If you live on campus, you will be expected to attend all dorm cleaning days as part of your housing agreement. 

Dates of Employment:  Applicant must be available from mid May through August 26, 2022.

How to apply:

Application Process: Please send a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references by email to Camden Palm, Director of Discovery Programs, at cpalm@mariamitchell.org 

DEADLINE MARCH 4, 2022