Seasonal Camp Educator; Counselor & Transportation Assistant; Crane Estate

Camp Educator & Van Driver

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.

Hourly Rate: $17.00-$19.00/hour

Rates are determined based on relevant experience.

Hours per week: 20-25 hours/week, Mondays–Fridays, (AM or PM shift)

Job Classification:
Seasonal, Non-Exempt

Job Type: Onsite

Duration:
June 8-August 21, 2026

Location:

The Crane Estate, Ipswich, MA

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 taking 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.

The Role:

As a floating Camp Educator & Van Driver you provide essential daily transportation for campers while also contributing to the heart of camp life by supporting groups, activities, and transitions throughout the morning or afternoon. This part-time position is responsible for either morning pickup (AM shift) or afternoon drop-off (PM shift) using a 10 passenger camp van to transport scholarship campers to/from their hometown to Ipswich.

This position supports our efforts to increase access to camp by providing transportation to scholarship families. When not driving, you'll serve as a floating Camp Educator, supporting a variety of groups and activities across camp.

Specifically, you'll:

• Safely operate a Trustees van along assigned routes to/from Ipswich to surrounding communities:
  Amesbury, Gloucester and Lawrence.
• Ensure campers enter and exit the van safely, following all required procedures.
• Maintain accurate attendance before every pickup and drop-off.
• Communicate promptly with the Assistant Camp Directors regarding delays, absences, or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean and organized vehicle and report any mechanical or safety issues.
• Follow all Trustees driving policies, safety guidelines, and state regulations.

AM Shift: Morning pickup and arrival support before joining camper groups. PM Shift: Afternoon program support before providing end-of-day transportation.

Floating Camp Educator Responsibilities:

• Support camp programming and assist in supervising and facilitating nature-based activities, games, crafting, hikes, and beach transitions.
• Support group management and encourage positive camper behavior.
• Help implement engaging, hands-on learning experiences aligned with Summer Quest's environmental education mission.
• Jump in where needed to maintain camper safety, smooth transitions, and daily flow of camp.
• Communicate regularly with Camp Educators and leadership staff.
• Assist with end-of-day or start-of-day prep, cleanup, or setup tasks.

This is a seasonal, non-exempt position working 20-25 hours/week reporting directly to the Summer Quest Assistant Camp Director and The Crane Estate's School and Youth Programs Manager/Camp Director.