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Thecenterforwildlife is seeking two Summer Camp Lead Staff (SCLS) for nature-based summer day camps in Maine. Under the supervision of the Education and Outreach Director, you will manage daily camp functions, ensuring activities run smoothly for children ages 5-12.
The camps operate for eight weeks from June 29 to August 20, 2026, running Monday to Thursday each week. Responsibilities include planning activities, oversight of camper safety, and effective communication with parents and staff.
Under the supervision of the Education and Outreach Director (EOD), the two Summer Camp Lead Staff (SCLS) are responsible for the daily functions of nature-based summer day camps including: daily setup and break down of activity spaces and gear; camper check‑in and check‑out; planning daily camp schedules; running camp activities; oversight of camper safety; parent communication; and communication with CFW education staff, interns and volunteers to ensure camps are run smoothly. CFW Summer day camps are for children ages 5-12 and run for eight weeks (June 29 - August 20, 2026). Camps run Monday-Thursday each week.
Reports to: Education & Outreach Director