Seasonal Assistant Camp Director; Crane Estate

Position: Seasonal Assistant Camp Director (Crane Estate)
Who We Are:

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nation's premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees' preserves, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts. Our properties are open to all, and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do.

We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity, and have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 27,000+ acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non-profit conservation organization, we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 Member households. We encourage you to learn more about The Trustees on our website,(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Posting Information:

Hourly Rate: $20.00-$22.00/hour

Rates are determined based on relevant experience.

Hours per week: 35-40 hours/week, Mondays-Fridays, 8AM-4PM (Part-time hours Early May to June
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Job Classification:
Seasonal, Non-Exempt

Job Type: Onsite

Duration:
April 1 - Nov 1;
May to August 22, 2026

Location:

Crane Estate, Ipswich, MA

What You'll Do:

Your Impact:

You are passionate about working with young people and dedicated to helping them develop a strong sense of place through dynamic learning experiences. You enjoy spending time outdoors and care deeply for the environment. You thrive in a team-oriented workplace, bringing a strong work ethic, flexibility, and the ability to think on your feet. You consistently seek new learning opportunities and approach your work with a friendly, cooperative nature and a commitment to excellence.

If this sounds like you, you'll be thrilled to lead Summer Quest-a vibrant day camp for 70 campers, ages 5-14, set on the expansive and stunning Crane Estate. Our place-based activities immerse campers in the beauty of the coast, arts, culture, and more, fostering a deep respect for the environment. Summer Quest is designed for adventurous campers who love the outdoors, exploring the woods and shoreline, and connecting with the land.

It's a place where imagination, independent learning, and resilience thrive-rain or shine.

For more information about our camp, please visit Trustees Camps.

The Role:

As the Assistant Camp Director, you will be responsible for supervising campers and counselors, creating activity schedules, developing programs for the camp, and assisting with the administrative tasks necessary to run a successful and engaging camp for campers, families, and staff alike.

Specifically, you'll:

• Work together with the leadership staff to cover roles and responsibilities at one of two camp bases on The Crane Estate acting as the primary supervisor of either the 5-6 year old or 7-14 year old group.

The following duties will be split between the two Assistant Camp Directors:

• Collaboratively create and plan a thoughtful schedule of educational and fun activities.

• Supervise, support, and drive the weekly activity schedules implemented by Camp Educators.

• Coordinate and supervise the Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program, spearheading all hiring and communications with CITs and CIT parents.

• Perform administrative functions of camp (parent communications, paperwork, etc.).

• Act as transportation coordinator for our scholarship families to secure transportation from partnering organizations to camp.

• Supervise campers as needed to provide breaks for Camp Educators during the day.

• Participate actively in camp planning and staff evaluation meetings.

• Act as a Health Care Supervisor, along with the Camp Director, by coordinating and overseeing first aid and camper medications as necessary.

• Manage photo and video content intended for parent communication and internal marketing.

• Other duties as assigned.

This is a Seasonal, Non-Exempt position working 40 hours/week reporting directly to The Crane Estate's School and Youth Programs Manager/Camp Director.

Requirements

What You'll Need:

Skills and Experience:

• The ideal candidate is pursuing a degree or career in education, science, humanities, conservation/stewardship, or outdoor/environmental fields. (Bachelor's degree in education or science preferred)

• 1-3 years' experience working as a camp counselor, classroom teacher, informal educator, and/or childcare provider with children ages 5-14, environmental education (EE) experience preferred

• A particular interest in outdoor education, especially in a coastal environment

• Experience supervising a team of individuals and providing constructive feedback

• Ability to work independently and as part of a group

• Ability to take initiative and accomplish necessary tasks promptly with great independence

• A positive attitude, willingness to be flexible, and a commitment to achieving goals

• High regard for teamwork and collegiality

• A commitment to the physical and emotional well-being of campers and staff

• The physical and mental wherewithal to teach outdoors, sometimes under…