Kidsforthebay
Junior Camp Leader / Environmental Educator
Kidsforthebay, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709
Dates of Position:
Three weeks from June 16 – July 11 or July 14 – August 1, Monday-Friday Please note, Summer Camp will not be held June 30 – July 4.
KIDS for the BAY Summer Camp KIDS for the BAY is an environmental education organization now in our 33rd year of operation.
KIDS for the BAY (KftB) is
now celebrating our 24th year of Summer Camp , delivering a
fun-filled summer of hands-on science and nature exploration
in the unique environment of the San Francisco Bay Area. Camp includes science investigations, nature games, art activities, hiking explorations and more outdoor adventures. Campers learn to care for the natural environment and become environmental stewards. Team building activities help to develop a fun loving, connected and caring Summer Camp community of friends, scientists and environmentalists.
Camp sessions are one week long (Monday-Friday) between the hours of 8:30 am and 3:30 pm, and take place at various natural habitats around the Berkeley area, including Tilden Park, the Berkeley Marina and several other Berkeley park locations. Nature Club camp after care is offered daily from 3:30 – 5 pm.
Camp sessions are for Adventures Campers ages 5-7 and Explorers ages 8-11. Camp Rangers, ages 12 & 13 help out with Adventures campers, and Leaders in Training/Interns ages 14 – 17 help out with the Explorers. Each week of camp is led and managed by Environmental Educators including year-round KftB Program Staff, Camp Leaders and Junior Camp Leaders. Our camper-to-staff ratio is around 7-1, ensuring an enriching, safe, and positive camp experience.
Review camp curricula and prepare to help lead and teach activities
Lead hands-on nature, art, science, adventure, community-building and play activities with small groups of campers
Lead and teach groups of campers and attend to the individual needs of campers
Supervise campers during snack, lunch, and free play times
Maintain a safe, respectful, positive camp environment
Maintain positive, professional communication at all times
Provide guidance, leadership, and support to Camp Interns and Camp Rangers
Record daily camp highlights, pictures and quotes for the camp highlights newsletters.
Required Qualifications and Experience This position is ideal for high school students currently studying or interested in environmental studies, biology or a related field, or recent high school graduates. You must be at least 16 years old to qualify for this position, and have the following qualifications and experience:
Experience working with, babysitting or playing with children ages 5-11
Ability to walk and hike along trails while carrying light equipment, sit on the ground for circle times and play active games with campers
Commitment to equity and inclusion
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability and desire to be a positive role model to children and youth
Willingness to follow directions and to work in a team
Confidence and ability to take initiative and have a leadership role
Upbeat, positive, mature attitude and respectful communication approach
Available for the whole three week period from June 16 – July 11, or from July 14 – August 1. 2025, Monday-Friday.
Summer Camp will not be held the week of July 4th.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
Experience working or volunteering in a youth camp
Some knowledge of local creek, bay and marine habitats and ecology
Other relevant talents (e.g. leading nature games, storytelling, music, arts and crafts)
A reliable car to travel to/from various camp locations.
Position Terms The Junior Camp Leader (JCL) will be a temporary employee of Earth Island Institute (KftB’s fiscal sponsor). The JCL compensation will be $18.70 paid hourly and they will submit hourly timesheets to receive paychecks semi-monthly. The position does not include any health benefits or paid vacation time but does include worker’s compensation and state disability insurance coverage.
Application Procedures Application Deadline; May 15, 2025. Apply early; interviews will be held as applications are received.
Your application package must include the following:
a cover letter, explaining why you are excited to work in our camp, and including which three-week period you are interested in, or if you are available for both
your resume
at least two references with current contact information (email and phone number).
To apply, email your application to: jobs@kidsforthebay.org with ‘Junior Camp Leader’ in the subject line. A work permit from your current high school, and a consent to work form signed by your parent/guardian will be required for employment.
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Three weeks from June 16 – July 11 or July 14 – August 1, Monday-Friday Please note, Summer Camp will not be held June 30 – July 4.
KIDS for the BAY Summer Camp KIDS for the BAY is an environmental education organization now in our 33rd year of operation.
KIDS for the BAY (KftB) is
now celebrating our 24th year of Summer Camp , delivering a
fun-filled summer of hands-on science and nature exploration
in the unique environment of the San Francisco Bay Area. Camp includes science investigations, nature games, art activities, hiking explorations and more outdoor adventures. Campers learn to care for the natural environment and become environmental stewards. Team building activities help to develop a fun loving, connected and caring Summer Camp community of friends, scientists and environmentalists.
Camp sessions are one week long (Monday-Friday) between the hours of 8:30 am and 3:30 pm, and take place at various natural habitats around the Berkeley area, including Tilden Park, the Berkeley Marina and several other Berkeley park locations. Nature Club camp after care is offered daily from 3:30 – 5 pm.
Camp sessions are for Adventures Campers ages 5-7 and Explorers ages 8-11. Camp Rangers, ages 12 & 13 help out with Adventures campers, and Leaders in Training/Interns ages 14 – 17 help out with the Explorers. Each week of camp is led and managed by Environmental Educators including year-round KftB Program Staff, Camp Leaders and Junior Camp Leaders. Our camper-to-staff ratio is around 7-1, ensuring an enriching, safe, and positive camp experience.
Review camp curricula and prepare to help lead and teach activities
Lead hands-on nature, art, science, adventure, community-building and play activities with small groups of campers
Lead and teach groups of campers and attend to the individual needs of campers
Supervise campers during snack, lunch, and free play times
Maintain a safe, respectful, positive camp environment
Maintain positive, professional communication at all times
Provide guidance, leadership, and support to Camp Interns and Camp Rangers
Record daily camp highlights, pictures and quotes for the camp highlights newsletters.
Required Qualifications and Experience This position is ideal for high school students currently studying or interested in environmental studies, biology or a related field, or recent high school graduates. You must be at least 16 years old to qualify for this position, and have the following qualifications and experience:
Experience working with, babysitting or playing with children ages 5-11
Ability to walk and hike along trails while carrying light equipment, sit on the ground for circle times and play active games with campers
Commitment to equity and inclusion
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability and desire to be a positive role model to children and youth
Willingness to follow directions and to work in a team
Confidence and ability to take initiative and have a leadership role
Upbeat, positive, mature attitude and respectful communication approach
Available for the whole three week period from June 16 – July 11, or from July 14 – August 1. 2025, Monday-Friday.
Summer Camp will not be held the week of July 4th.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
Experience working or volunteering in a youth camp
Some knowledge of local creek, bay and marine habitats and ecology
Other relevant talents (e.g. leading nature games, storytelling, music, arts and crafts)
A reliable car to travel to/from various camp locations.
Position Terms The Junior Camp Leader (JCL) will be a temporary employee of Earth Island Institute (KftB’s fiscal sponsor). The JCL compensation will be $18.70 paid hourly and they will submit hourly timesheets to receive paychecks semi-monthly. The position does not include any health benefits or paid vacation time but does include worker’s compensation and state disability insurance coverage.
Application Procedures Application Deadline; May 15, 2025. Apply early; interviews will be held as applications are received.
Your application package must include the following:
a cover letter, explaining why you are excited to work in our camp, and including which three-week period you are interested in, or if you are available for both
your resume
at least two references with current contact information (email and phone number).
To apply, email your application to: jobs@kidsforthebay.org with ‘Junior Camp Leader’ in the subject line. A work permit from your current high school, and a consent to work form signed by your parent/guardian will be required for employment.
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