Appleton Farm Camp is a children’s day camp located at Appleton Farms in Ipswich, MA. The 1,000 acre farm is the oldest continuously operating farm in the country. The working dairy, vibrant learning garden, barnyard animals, beautiful trails, engaging education programs, and deep history make this a special place to visit and work. At camp, we have an interdisciplinary, hands-on approach to learning, in the fields and forests, the Learning Garden, the barnyard, and the kitchen. Our unique camp connects children to the land, and the natural systems that support us all, while spending time outdoors, exploring, making friends, and having fun.

For more information about our program, please visit: Appleton Farm Camp.

The Lead Environmental Educator position at Appleton Farm Camp is a seasonal role. The typical schedule for the full-time Lead Environmental Educator is a 35-40 hour work week, Monday through Friday 8am-4pm for the season. The camp season runs from June 13– August 26 with a week of mandatory training which will take place June 13 – June 17. The Lead Environmental Educator is primarily responsible for the planning and daily execution of activities for the half-day Peeps camp group from 9am to 12pm. In the afternoons, The Lead Environmental Educator will support camp educators in creating and deploying quality farm- and nature-based curriculum for campers ages 4 to 13.

Essential Functions:

• Design and implement camp curriculum and activities based on farming, food, sustainability, and the natural world with support from staff and farm resources

• Support other camp educators through curriculum development and group management assistance

• Lead daily plant and animal farm chores with Peeps group (ages 4-6)

• Communicate with camper parents regarding camp questions and basic camper information

• Perform daily camp staff chores to organize and prepare for each day

• Ensure safety of campers and staff by closely following all COVID-19 protocols

• Meet periodically with Camp Director to evaluate experience and performance

• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation

• Demonstrated skills in environmental education and curriculum development a must

• A Bachelor’s degree in environmental or agricultural education, the sciences, education, or other relevant course of study is preferred.

• Experience working as a camp counselor, classroom teacher, or informal educator with children ages 4-13

• Must be outgoing, have a willingness to learn, and bring unbridled joy and enthusiasm to work every day

• Must have experience with and enjoy working with children in an outdoor setting

• Knowledge of or interest in farm-based education, food, and sustainability

• A desire to share your passion for the natural world with children

• A familiarity with Appleton Farms and The Trustees of Reservations helpful

Other Requirements:

• Reliable transportation

• Must be fully available for camp staff training week and all 9 weeks of camp

• A satisfactory criminal background check (CORI and SORI)

• Community CPR and Basic First Aid certifications required by June 1st, 2021- an on-site option for this training will be provided.

• Able and willing to work outdoors in variable weather conditions.

About The Trustees
The Trustees places are open to all, and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in what we do. Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, we preserve, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts. We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity. We have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 27,000+ acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. We are a non-profit conservation organization funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 Member households.

Our seasonal staff plays an integral role in ensuring that our visitors enjoy our extraordinary places. Every season brings an influx of visitors of all ages and backgrounds who want to explore and be inspired by our properties. Sandy beaches, wooded trails, cultural gardens, historic homes, community supported agriculture—there are many ways for visitors to discover and explore The Trustees, and just as many opportunities for seasonal employees to make each visitor’s experience special.

The Trustees offers competitive compensation, as well as the opportunity to be part of a dedicated team across the Commonwealth who love the outdoors and the distinctive charms of New England, and who believe in celebrating and protecting our special places, for everyone, forever.

The Trustees is a proud equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status including, but not limited to, age, race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, nation of origin, religion, or disability status and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ applicants. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts, who are at the core of our mission.

Our commitment to advancing the organization’s vision for this work may be found here: Diversity, Belonging, Inclusion and Equity