Coastal Camp Counselor - Sausalito
3 hours ago
Job description
What You Will Do
Coastal Camp Staff lead groups of day campers in grades K-12 in hiking and exploring the Marin Headlands, a beautiful coastal park that's part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.
Each week staff work with one group to implement lessons, games, stories and other activities centered around that week's theme.
The majority of campers are in the 1st-2nd age group or 3rd-4th age group.This role is ideal for people interested in gaining experience in elementary and/or outdoor education, environmental science and summer camps.
The role is a full-time, seasonal position beginning June 8, 2026 until August 21, 2026.Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Support and facilitate educational, meaningful, and fun outdoor experiences to help campers form a personal relationship with the natural world.
Manage campers' physical and emotional safety in outdoor settings using sound judgment and applying appropriate risk management policies and decisions; administer and document first aid as needed.
Interpret, adapt and lead environmental education and social emotional learning curriculum.Maintain camper safety and comfort over uneven terrain in all kinds of weather.
Proactively engage campers and manage safety in games and activities during early care (8am – 9:15am) and/or aftercare (3:30pm- 5:15pm).
Supervise campers on shuttle buses (routes to Marin County and San Francisco). Bus rider shifts are assigned on a rotating basis.Work collaboratively with another staff member to lead a group of campers and give and receive feedback
Lead at least one required curriculum activity each week.
Participate in meetings and trainings as assigned.
Provide occasional on-call and other program support roles as needed.
Compensation
$16.90/hour
Paid Sick Leave
Housing may be provided as a benefit of employment. See an example of our Golden Gate housing Here. Single and double occupancy rooms are available and are assigned based on needs, availability, and seniority. Most counselors will live in a double occupancy bedroom
Who You Are
We are looking for candidates who have:
Ability to implement and model excellent risk management practices and maintain a physically, socially and emotionally safe environment for our participants
Experience working with children ages 4-12, particularly in camps or formal or informal education settings.
Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion in education, and creating positive community work culture.
We especially encourage you to apply if you have lived experience as a member of (or extensive experience working with people from) any communities that are impacted by the historic and current system of oppression that has limited access to environmental education, or the outdoors in general.
Available for flexible eight-hour shifts Monday-Friday during camp weeksWillingness to be coached and openness to feedback.
Capable of working as part of a collaborative team.
Possess current CPR (Adult, Child and Infant) and First Aid certification or ability to get certified before the camp season begins.
If you are interested in the role and do not meet every requirement listed, please still apply We are interested in applicants with unique lived experience and skill sets.
Why should you join the NatureBridge team?
We are a mission-driven organization that values your contributions and supports you in making a positive impact on young people and the environment
You will get to work in a beautiful natural setting with other dedicated staff who are passionate about the environment
We are invested in supporting our staff through professional development & mentorship.
NatureBridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate based on any protected category, including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression (including transgender expression or pregnancy), political affiliation, age, immigration status or disability.
How To Apply
Submit your resume and three references to our Online Career Portal, please answer the short answer questions instead of writing a cover letter.
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