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National Audubon Society

Summer Camp Counselor

Sharon, CT · On-site

$19/hr

Aside from trails, visitors can explore the Nature Center and outdoor bird aviaries, both featuring ... Summer Camp sessions are weeklong day camps for children ranging in age from PreK up through high ...

Audubon

Summer Camp Counselor

Sharon, CT

$19/hr

Aside from trails, visitors can explore the Nature Center and outdoor bird aviaries, both featuring ... Summer Camp sessions are weeklong day camps for children ranging in age from PreK up through high ...

Audubon

Lead Summer Camp Counselor

Gibbon, NE · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

The Iain Nicolson Audubon Center at Rowe Sanctuary is seeking a passionate and energetic Lead Summer Camp Counselor for our summer nature day camps, known at Platte River Safari and Flying Higher ...

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How much do summer nature jobs pay per hour?

As of May 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer nature in the United States is $15.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Summer Nature Camp Counselor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Nature Camp Counselor, you need a solid understanding of environmental education, outdoor safety, and child supervision, often supported by CPR/First Aid certification and experience working with youth. Familiarity with outdoor activity equipment, basic first aid kits, and curriculum planning tools is commonly required. Strong communication, leadership, and adaptability help counselors engage campers and respond effectively to changing situations. These skills ensure a safe, educational, and enjoyable experience for campers while fostering respect for nature.

What are some common challenges faced by Summer Nature Camp Counselors and how can they be addressed?

Summer Nature Camp Counselors often encounter challenges such as managing diverse groups of children in an outdoor setting, adapting to rapidly changing weather conditions, and ensuring safety during hands-on nature activities. Effective communication, preparedness with contingency plans, and strong teamwork are essential for overcoming these challenges. Counselors benefit from training in first aid, conflict resolution, and outdoor leadership, which help them create a positive, engaging, and safe environment for campers.

What are Summer Nature jobs?

Summer Nature jobs are seasonal positions that involve working outdoors in natural settings, such as parks, camps, nature centers, or conservation areas. These jobs can include roles like camp counselor, park ranger assistant, outdoor educator, or conservation crew member. They typically focus on environmental education, habitat maintenance, or leading activities for children and visitors. Summer Nature jobs are ideal for individuals who enjoy working outside, have a passion for nature, and want to gain hands-on experience in the environmental field.

What is the difference between Summer Nature vs Summer Camp Counselor?

AspectSummer NatureSummer Camp Counselor
Required CredentialsBasic outdoor skills, environmental knowledgeFirst aid, child supervision, activity planning
Work EnvironmentNatural settings, parks, nature reservesCampgrounds, recreational facilities, outdoor settings
Employer & IndustryEnvironmental organizations, nature centersSummer camps, youth programs
Common Search IntentNature activities, outdoor educationChild supervision, camp activities

Summer Nature roles focus on outdoor environmental education and conservation, often involving guiding visitors or leading nature-based activities. Summer Camp Counselors primarily supervise children, organize camp activities, and ensure safety. While both roles are outdoors and involve leadership, Summer Nature emphasizes environmental knowledge, whereas Summer Camp Counselors focus on child engagement and supervision.

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Summer Nature Camp Counselors

Summer Nature Camp Counselors

Town of Brookline

Brookline, MA • On-site

$19/hr

Full-time, Temporary

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

The Town of Brookline Recreation Department is seeking qualified, energetic, and compassionate candidates for full-time seasonal positions for Nature Camp in Summer 2026. Nature Camp programs will run from June 29, 2026 to August 21, 2026 at two locations in Brookline, MA. Counselors and Directors are required to attend mandatory training dates from June 22, 2026 to June 26, 2026. Some pre-training assignments will be required. All candidates will go through a background check through the Criminal and Sexual offender (CORI/SORI) database.
Counselor positions are hired for either a 6-week session from June 22 until July 31, or a 9-week session from June 22 until August 21.
Responsibilities:
  • Ensure effective group management and group safety during camp day
  • Assist Nature Camp Director in leading nature education lessons
  • Assist Nature Camp Director with implementation of camp rules and regulations
  • Assist in facilitating extended day program for up to five weeks as needed
  • Inventory and clean all instructional materials and resources, including classroom space and vehicles used for camper transportation
  • Foster a positive, welcoming, inclusive, supportive environment for all campers
  • Maintain positive, effective communication with campers' caregivers as needed
  • Transport campers to daily field trips in Brookline and beyond by operating 12-passenger van or 15-passenger minibus
  • Assist Nature Camp Director with administering First Aid as needed or required
  • Perform similar or related work as directed, required, or as situations dictate

Supervision:
Nature Camp Counselors report directly to their site's Nature Camp Director, who reports to Brookline Recreation's Environmental Educator.
Qualifications:
  • Must be 16 years or older
  • Commitment to June and July trainings and camp schedule in July and August required, according to assignment to either 5-week or 8-week session
  • Certification in CPR and First Aid required; able to certify during mandatory training
  • Driver's License strongly preferred; no CDL required
  • Coursework or real-world experience in education, psychology, social work, hiking, ecology, biology, wildlife, and plant sciences preferred
  • Previous camp counselor experience preferred
  • Childcare experience preferred
  • Strong interpersonal skills required; ability to work cooperatively and communicate well with others, verbally and in writing, including co-workers, children, and adults
  • Organized, reliable, and conscientious
  • Able to work independently, proactively, and as part of a team
  • Ability to act professionally, appropriately, and to maintain confidentiality of records and other information

Pay is $19.00 per hour. Applications accepted through April 30, 2026. Positions will be filled on a rolling basis until April 30, 2026.
Employment dependent on successful completion and clearing of CORI/SORI.

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