Camp Specialist - Nature and Outdoor Education

Camp Specialist – Nature and Outdoor Education

The Nature and Outdoor Education Specialist role at Camp Three Rivers is a multi-faceted, fast paced position. All candidates must love and embrace not only the camp environment but also the camp philosophy, which is that our campers come first, we work as a team, and campers are here to have fun! The Specialist will develop and implement all activity plans in the areas of Outdoor Education, Science, and Nature and assure that all activities are skill and age appropriate for camp groups.

Many of our campers attend camp for multiple weeks each summer; the Specialist should be prepared to create new and interesting activity plans for all 8 weeks without much repetition.

Pay range: $15.75 – $24.25 per hour

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Program Dates:
June 15 – August 14, 2026

Training Dates:
June 4 & 5, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM;
June 6, 2026, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM;
June 17, 2026, 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM;
July 1, 2026, 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM

Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. The most highly qualified candidates will be invited to one or more interviews and/or assessments. All applicants will be notified of their standing in the process as soon as a decision has been made regarding their application.

Appointment of the final candidate will be contingent upon the results of pre-placement requirements, including CORI and SORI checks. Costs for these checks are borne by the Town.

The Town of Concord, MA is an EEO Employer. We value diversity and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

• Actively work with campers grades K-6 with and without disabilities in an outdoor day camp setting.
• Develop lesson plans for all weeks of camp. The Specialist will run 3-6 program sessions a day and is expected to have lesson plans that are appropriate for each age group, each day.
• Create, analyze and implement outdoor/nature-specific activities that are engaging and make use of the entire 30-45 minute time block allotted per group.
• Explore multiple outdoor education/nature themes over the course of the summer including science projects, nature exploration, team building exercises, plant and animal lessons, local nature walks, etc. Most instruction will be at a beginner level and use basic supplies and equipment.
• Vary activities throughout the summer based on camper interest.
• Act as part of the Leadership Team at camp: enthusiastically participate in all camp activities, themed dress up days, field trips etc. Set a mature and responsible example for the camp staff.
• Inventory equipment prior to the start of summer camp.
• Oversee the maintenance of the Nature/Outdoor Ed equipment over the course of the summer keeping the storage space tidy at all times.
• Interact with and work as a team player with other staff, participants, and participant’s families/caregivers.

• A personality and character that exudes leadership, flexibility, trustworthiness, creativity, energy, inspiration and positivity.
• An eagerness to receive feedback and willingness to develop leadership skills.
• A tremendous work ethic.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as take action as needed.
• Confidence and positive presence in both group and one-on-one settings.
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.

• Currently enrolled in a high school arts program or pursuing a degree in art or a similar field, preferred.
• Prior experience working at a summer camp, preferred.
• Experience teaching or running art programs, preferred.

• Must be 16 years of age or older (work permit needed if under 18).
• CPR and first aid certified (certification available during staff training).
• Available to work for the entire summer and be available for staff training, preferred.

Work is performed primarily outdoors during the summer months. May be subjected to moderate variations of temperature, noise, odors, etc. Work may be performed indoors in a relatively noisy work environment, with constant interruptions. Frequently subjected to the demands of…