The Job Title Summer Camp Counselor
Reports to Lead Camp Counselor
FLSA Status Regular Full-Time or Part-Time / Non- Exempt (seasonal)
Last Revision Date February 2024

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Connolly Ranch Education Center is seeking seasonal Day Camp Counselors to work collaboratively
under the guidance of the Lead Camp Counselor and Community Programs and Camp Manager to
create positive learning opportunities that support Connolly Ranch’s Mission. This position will be
committed to connecting children and families to nature through farm-based education and
encouraging the next generation of environmental stewards in a fun outdoor environment.

At Connolly Ranch, kids and families learn about farm life, the role of animals, ecology,
sustainability, and an appreciation for nature. We teach organic gardening, the sources and
benefits of healthy foods and knowledge of how nature works to sustain us. Connolly Ranch
supports a diverse community with more than 9,000 people visiting each year through field trips,
family classes, events, early childhood programs, seasonal camps and open farm days.

A day camp counselor will have the opportunity to work with children ages 3 through 16 to engage
and have fun in nature. You will lead hikes, garden, play and learn about our farm animals, build
forts, sing and dance, create art, and enjoy all the beauty that surrounds us at Connolly Ranch!

Start Date: June 12, 2024 (3 days of training CPR certification)
End Date: August 9, 2024
Session Breakdown
#1: 6/17 - 6/28
#2: 7/1 - 7/12 (no camp on 7/4 & 7/5)
#3: 7/15-7/26
#4: 7/29 - 8/9
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Note: Stewards (ages 9 -12) Camp Counselor must be available for one overnight per session
on the second Monday of each session.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Ability to communicate and work with campers and provide necessary instruction to keep

• Ability to clearly communicate with peers and supervisors to maintain a positive,

• Be a role model for each camper in your group.
• Bring a positive attitude and desire to grow and learn as a person.
• Ability to observe camper behavior, assess appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety

regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management
techniques.

• Provide opportunities for the group so that each individual experiences success during camp.
• Follow the schedule for your program as written by Lead and Manager.
• Monitor and interact with campers during meals and all unstructured time.
• Create a welcoming family environment and effectively communicate with parents and

QUALIFICATIONS

• High level of patience and empathy.
• Desire and ability to work with children between the ages of 3 and 16 in an outdoor setting.
• Ability to lead and co-lead educational experiences with children that cultivate critical

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to work in all weather elements.
• Able to hike up to 4 miles while attending to children’s well-being and safety.
• Able to stoop, kneel, bend at the waist and reach on a daily basis

• Able to perform general office administrative activities: copying, filing, and keeping electronic

• Able to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Range $20 - $22. Hourly rate is based on experience

NOTE: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill,
and/or ability required and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities
or qualifications associated with this job.

Apply via email to Amy@connollyranch.org with your resume. See more information about the
2024 Summer Camp program on our website.