About the Role
This role offers a dynamic, hands-on experience educating youth aged 4 to 13 through immersive farm activities, fostering connections to food, land, and sustainability in a supportive team environment.
Responsibilities
- Promote the safety, growth, and engagement of campers, team members, and yourself.
- Develop and deliver educational programming centered on farming, food systems, and natural resource stewardship with guidance from program staff.
- Supervise a designated group of campers in week-long sessions, grouped by age: 5–6, 7–9, or 10–13 years old.
- Oversee and mentor youth interns (ages 14–17) assigned to your camper group.
- Create daily, age-appropriate activities and design weekly farm-based projects.
- Guide campers in daily animal care and garden tasks in the Friendship Garden and pasture areas; assist colleagues in maintaining shared spaces.
- Keep regular records for reflection and planning purposes.
- Communicate with parents about camp details, camper updates, and farm-related topics.
- Facilitate group presentations at weekly Farm Fridays events.
- Complete daily facility maintenance and supervise classroom cleanup routines.
- Attend regular check-ins with the Camp Director and Assistant Camp Director to review progress and performance.
Work Arrangement
On-site at The FARM Institute, Edgartown, Martha’s Vineyard, MA
Your Impact
If you care about sustainable agriculture, local food systems, and environmental stewardship, and want to share that passion with children ages 4 to 13, this role is for you. The Farm Camp offers a welcoming, engaging environment where sixty campers participate in real farm experiences. Through hands-on chores, games, and projects, campers build meaningful connections to the land and food. As an educator, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring camper safety and engagement, supported by training, clear expectations, and a strong leadership team. This role offers personal growth, leadership development, and the chance to make a lasting difference.
