Farm Camp Educator

Berkshire Botanical Garden (BBG) is seeking Educators for Farm in the Garden Camp, a summer day camp for children ages 4-12 held on the beautiful grounds of the Berkshire Botanical Garden in historic Stockbridge, MA. Campers at Farm in the Garden Camp care for farm animals, harvest food they grow, and participate in nature-based activities. The camp is small by design and runs for eight weeks, following a week-long paid staff training. Farm Camp Educators are supported by the Assistant Camp Director, Camp Director, and Director of Education. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for co-leading a group of children ages 4-5, 6-7, 8-9, or 10-12.

• Responsible for all aspects of camp life: participating in morning circle, running animal chores, craft, and gardening activities.

• Overseeing snacks and lunchtime.

• Communicate with the Camp Director regarding behavior or medical issues.

• Communicate with guardians regarding daily activities and answering questions accordingly.

• Serve as an adult role model for the campers. 

• Lead farm and garden-based curriculum in addition to activities designed by the educators. 

• Be creative! Educators will be asked to brainstorm activities that the campers will love. 

 QUALIFICATIONS

• A passion for youth development. 

• Previous experience working with children. 

• Experience with crafts, gardening, and farming experience is preferred.

• Must be highly responsible, self-motivated, flexible, and capable of working outside all day.

• An abundance of patience for working with children, a good sense of humor, and a strong work ethic.

• Be able to pass a background check (CORI/SORI) successfully.

DURATION OF EMPLOYMENT AND REQUIRED HOURS

Dates of Employment (8 weeks of camp plus 1 week of camp training): Monday, June 16th, 2025, through Friday, Aug. 15th, 2025.

Hours: Monday- Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 35 hours per week.