Seasonal Farm Camp Educator - Ipswich, MA

About the Appleton Farm Camp Program:

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. 

About The Trustees 

The Trustees is one of Massachusetts’ largest non-profits and the nation’s first conservation and preservation organization. Today, the places we care about are going fast, and the forces undermining them, including climate change, are moving faster. Our passion is to protect and share with everyone the irreplaceable natural and cultural treasures under our care. We are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and more than 60,000 member households. 

The Trustees has been featured in the Top 100 Women-Led Organizations in Massachusetts for six consecutive years. 

In addition to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Trustees aims to create a thriving, inclusive workplace that values each member of its team. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts who are at the core of our mission. 

The Trustees is a signer of the Boston Women’s Workforce Council and a Member of the Boston College Center for Work and Family. 

We kindly request that you do not call to inquire about the status of your application. Those candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted. 

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in environmental or agricultural education, the sciences, education, or other relevant course of study is preferred, but not required 
• 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
• Able and willing to work outdoors in variable weather conditions
• Able and willing to wear a mask and conform to all best COVID-19 best practices.
• Educators must be at least 18 years old.

Please upload a resume summarizing your education and work history, a cover letter telling us a little about yourself, and a statement of purpose describing your philosophy of education and your interest in working at Appleton Farms. Applications will not be reviewed without these supporting documents.