Summer Camp Instructor

Overview: Tin Mountain’s Summer Camps use a combination of Science, Adventure, and Fun to support the organization’s mission. Each day combines lessons within the environmental sciences with hikes, exploration, and games. Summer Day Camp Instructors are responsible for the daily functions of one of the day camps in Albany NH, Jackson NH, Tamworth NH, or Fryeburg, ME each week. Day camps are split by age range, but Instructors could lead campers between ages 4 to 12 years on any given week. Hours run from approximately 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. program time), Monday through Friday, plus one overnight during some sessions. Camp Season runs Monday-Friday, mid June through early/mid August

Specific Duties Include:

• Participate in staff training in June.
• With a co-instructor and high school-aged Jr. Counselor, supervise up to 15 campers each day.
• Plan, prepare, and lead age appropriate lessons, games, and crafts.
• Lead walks/hikes and exploration over uneven terrain.
• Set the tone of camp. Be a role model for campers, Jr. Counselors, and your co-instructor.
• Set up the facility at the beginning of camp.
• Transport children for swimming and/or field trips (in Tin Mountain vehicles)
• Clean up the facility at the end of each day and week of camp.
• Maintain medical records and complete incident reports when necessary.
• With guidance of the Education Director, make initial parent contacts in the event of an emergency or behavior problem at camp.   

 Qualification/Skills:

• Environmental education or teaching experience preferred
• Summer camp experience preferred
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification
• A current driver’s license
• (Water safety training a plus but not required)

Reports to: Education Director

To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and references to info@tinmountain.org