Camp Counselor (Environmental Educator)

Job Description Trees Atlanta is looking for a Camp Counselor to assist with its upcoming summer camp programs. The Camp Counselor is responsible for ensuring a fun, adventure‑filled, and safe summer experience that creates positive memories for budding environmental stewards. This position is ideal for college‑aged students who have completed at least one year of school (or equivalent) with previous leadership experience in a camp or education setting. Responsibilities Facilitate outdoor and indoor classes and activities. Teach pre‑written environmental education lessons to camp groups. Safely lead groups of up to 20 campers on bike rides on the Atlanta BeltLine or lead groups on site or within walking distance of the main headquarters (2 biking groups, 1 non‑biking group). Share camp duties with one other Camp Counselor assigned to the same age group. Rising 1st Grade (10 campers per group, non‑biking): one Camp Assistant and 2 middle/high school Junior Interns. No second counselor. Rising 2nd–3rd Grade: 20 campers per group (biking). Rising 4th–6th Grade: 20 campers per group (biking). Act as one of two primary leaders (see exception for Rising 1st Grade non‑biking group) in a collaborative camp group. Other positions include Camp Assistants and middle/high school Junior Interns. Work with Camp Assistants to problem‑solve, troubleshoot, and communicate ideas regarding camp logistics, group dynamics, and behavior management. Manage camper safety during all activities and excursions and supervise campers. Perform minor maintenance on camp bikes (training provided). Administer minor first aid to campers as needed (training provided). Requirements Must be able to effectively engage with and lead groups of children (ages 6–11) independently, and in a wide variety of outdoor conditions and locations. Have a high school diploma or equivalent. This position is ideal for college‑aged students who have completed at least one year of school (or equivalent) with previous leadership experience in a camp or education setting. Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively on a team. Knowledge of environmental science, ecology, botany, outdoor education, or related fields preferred. Ability to ride a bike and basic bike maintenance skills helpful; two camp groups will be riding bikes throughout the day, and one will be a non‑biking group. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Be self‑motivated and enthusiastic. Physical Requirements Must be capable of being very active outdoors in various weather conditions with exposure to summer sun, heat, inclement weather, and natural wildlife habitats, including animals and/or insects for extended periods of time. Must be a confident and safe bike rider able to ride several miles each day of camp. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. repetitively. Dates and Hours There are eight one‑week sessions of Junior TreeKeeper Camp during the summer (June 1 – July 31). There is no camp programming in the week of July 4 holiday. The schedule for this position involves a 40+ hour work week while camp is in session, with a 4‑day paid orientation session before the summer begins (required). The required 4 days of staff training are May 26 – 29. Each camp day includes variable shifts according to before‑care and after‑care program needs. Counselors are responsible for their own transportation to and from the Trees Atlanta Kendeda TreeHouse (825 Warner Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30310) and various locations in and around the Atlanta BeltLine Arboretum, and potentially in venues hosted by partner organizations during off‑site field trips (Rising 4th–6th Grade only). Background Check Disclaimer All final candidates will be required to pass both a criminal background check and drug screening; adverse results could impact hiring (Trees Atlanta is a participant in the Federal Drug‑Free Workplace program). All new hires will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States of America. Trees Atlanta is a registered E‑Verify employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Trees Atlanta