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Trellis Group Inc.

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As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for nature writing in the United States is $28,500.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27,500.00 and $29,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Nature Writing job involves creating written content that explores the natural world, environmental issues, wildlife, and outdoor experiences. Writers in this field often produce articles, essays, books, or blogs that inspire appreciation for nature and promote conservation efforts. These roles can be found in journalism, publishing, nonprofits, or freelance writing, requiring strong research skills and a deep understanding of ecological topics.

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To thrive as a Nature Writer, you need exceptional writing, research, and observational skills, often backed by a background in journalism, environmental science, or English. Familiarity with digital content platforms, social media management tools, and sometimes photography or audio recording equipment is common. Curiosity, creativity, and a passion for the outdoors are vital soft skills that set excellent nature writers apart. These abilities are essential for producing compelling, accurate, and insightful content that resonates with readers and promotes appreciation of the natural world.

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Infographic showing various Nature Writing job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $28,500 per year, or $13.7 per hour.
Camp Nature Specialist

Camp Nature Specialist

BENDER JCC OF GREATER WASHINGTON

Rockville, MD • On-site

$5K - $6K/mo

Temporary

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Please CLICK HERE to apply for Summer 2026.
Why this role matters:
Specialists run the specialized programs that are part of the camp experience. The Teva (Nature) Specialist is responsible for creating and implementing activities for their designated specialty area. This position works with campers ages 4-21 with all abilities.
See the magic of Lessans Camp JCC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EI29oxMjSmE
About the Bender JCC:
The Bender Jewish Community Center in Rockville, Maryland is a premier community center at the heart of Jewish life in Montgomery County, operating a full scale health and fitness center, pre-school, day camp and variety of education and arts programs.
We create a welcoming and inclusive environment, connecting the people of our Jewish community with each other, Israel, and the broader community. We inspire individuals of all ages and backgrounds to enhance their social, physical, intellectual and spiritual well-being through programs of excellence rooted in Jewish values.
Core Responsibilities include:
Leadership and Professional Development
  • Plan, direct, and supervise the Teva specialty program area, including creating program curriculum for a range of ages and abilities.
  • Mentor staff and campers about expected behavior in the specialty time and appropriate use of equipment.
  • Work with Lessans Camp JCC Leadership to plan and implement camp -wide special events and activities.
  • Delegate tasks to counselors, such as setting up equipment, managing transitions between activities, assisting with camper behavior, etc.

Supervision and Engagement
  • Supervise and engage with all participants (ages 4-21) in programs and activities while under the position's care.
  • Substitute for absent counselors as needed and requested.

Camper Care
  • Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of campers served, interact appropriately with campers in a variety of situations, appropriately model behavior, enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control and use positive behavior-management techniques.
  • Work with the Adaptive Recreation Coordinator to ensure activities are accessible.

Preparation, Planning, and Organization
  • Submit written activity plans, including two days of rainy day/absent plans & supplies lists to the Associate Camp Director.
  • Meet with Associate Camp Director weekly.

Communication and Attendance
  • Assist with arrival and dismissal as scheduled.

Qualifications include:
  • Access to a device with reliable internet access for virtual orientation, meetings, and potential virtual programming.
  • Ability to get on the floor to participate and supervise activities.
  • Ability to move equipment and supplies as required.
  • College credits/degree preferred.
  • Prior experience working in the program area.
  • Prior experience working with school-aged campers of all abilities.
  • Ability to adapt all planned activities to include campers with disabilities.
  • Strong written and spoken language skills.
  • Be accepting of, and sensitive to the diverse racial, national, sexual orientation, gender identity, abilities, religious and cultural backgrounds of everyone at Lessans Camp JCC.
  • Willingness to be flexible and adapt to changes in schedule, responsibilities, and Lessans Camp JCC activities as needed.

Priority will be given to candidates who are available the entire camp season starting on June 15 going through August 7.
Additional Information
The salary range for this position is $5,000 - $6,000 (total pay for the regular camp season). Salary is determined based on experience including previous experience at Lessans Camp JCC. Current educators, relevant degree, and advanced certification bonuses available.
Research shows that women and underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they feel that they meet 100% of the qualifications. If this role sounds interesting to you, we encourage you to apply! The Bender JCC is committed to building a diverse team that draws on the strengths of people with a variety of identities, backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
To Apply
To apply, go to: https://jccgw.campintouch.com/ui/forms/application/staff/App
Email Campjcc@benderjccgw.org with any questions.

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