Seasonal Camp Director; 's End

Seasonal Camp Director (World's End)

The Trustees of Reservations is the nation's premier conservation and preservation organization founded in 1891. The Trustees preserves public properties with exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts, protecting over 50,000 acres on more than 120 reservations. As a non‑profit, we rely on visitors, supporters, volunteers, and 100,000 members.

Hourly Rate: $23.00‑$25.00/hour (determined by relevant experience)

Hours per week: 40 hours/week, Monday‑Friday, 8 AM‑4 PM

Job Classification: Seasonal, non‑exempt

Job Type: Onsite

Duration: June 1 – August 14, 2026

Location: World's End, Hingham, MA

Lead a summer youth camp for 30 elementary‑age campers in the unique 400‑acre peninsula habitat at World's End. Oversee daily activities, empower staff, support campers’ needs, communicate with parents, and maintain a safe, engaging environment.

• Plan and facilitate staff training week, including educational methods, curriculum development, safety, emergency training, and medical/behavioral scenarios.
• Supervise and support Camp Educators (Counselors), fostering their growth and filling in during absences.
• Demonstrate environmental education activities and encourage independent leadership by counselors.
• Provide support and feedback that empowers counselors to collaboratively create a fun, intentional camp experience.
• Schedule and oversee breaks, observe staff in action for evaluation.
• Lead weekly staff meetings, including team building and morale boosting.
• Communicate with parents about camper experiences, handling sensitive conversations when necessary.
• Support campers with social‑emotional challenges, manage behavior incidents, maintain incident log with the South Shore Camps Behavior Specialist.
• Act as Health Care Supervisor, responding to injuries, dispensing medications, and maintaining medical log.
• Train and supervise Counselors‑in‑Training (ages 15‑17).
• Take and manage photos for parent communications and marketing.
• Organize and monitor supply inventory.

This seasonal, non‑exempt position is 40 hours/week and reports directly to the South Shore School & Youth Programs Manager/Camp Director.

• Completed or working toward a Bachelor's degree in education, environmental education, science, psychology, or a related field.
• 1‑3 years of experience in camp, classroom teaching, environmental/informal education, or childcare for ages 5‑10.
• Special interest in place‑based education, especially in coastal environments.
• Experience leading a team and fostering a supportive growth and communication environment.
• Experience designing environmental education programs.
• Highly organized, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Positive attitude, able to work outside in variable summer weather with children.
• Ability to take initiative, accomplish tasks timely, and use sound judgment when obstacles arise.
• Outgoing, enthusiastic, and joyful in all work.
• Demonstrated inclusion of all participants and openness to learning new experiences.

• Minimum age 21 years.
• Full availability for staff training (June 8‑19) and all eight weeks of camp (June 22‑August 14), Monday‑Friday, 8 AM‑4 PM; part‑time availability in late May/early June for preparation.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Certificates:
  American Camp Association Camp Director course (or equivalent), First Aid and CPR certification, and current U.S. work authorization.
• Satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check.

Don’t have all the listed skills? We encourage people from overlooked groups to apply; we are committed to building a diverse team.

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• Sick time: 40 hours of paid sick time upfront.
• Reciprocity:
  Employees have free or discounted admission and membership at over 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions.
• Discounts:
  Free entry to all Trustees properties, discounted event tickets, and merchandise at stores and on stays at our inns.

The Trustees is a proud equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual preference, nation of origin, religion, or disability. We strongly encourage applications from people of color, individuals with varying abilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants.

We are committed to an inclusive and accessible work environment. To request reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, contact people
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