Seasonal Art and Nature Camp Instructor

Who We Are:

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nations premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees preserves for public use and enjoyment properties of exceptional scenic historic and ecological value in properties are open to all and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do. We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity and have helped protect more than 50000 acres including 27000 acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non-profit conservation organization we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors supporters volunteers and our 100000 Member encourage you to learn more about The Trustees on our website .

Posting Information:

Hourly Rate:$21.00-23.00/hour

Rates aredeterminedbased on relevant experience.

Hours per week:40hours/week Mondays-Fridays9:00AM-4:00PM(Wednesdays until5PMand Fridays until 5:30PM)

Job Classification:Nonexempt Seasonal/Limited

Job Type:Onsite

Duration:Mid-June-August14 2026

Location:deCordovaSculpture Park Lincoln MA

What Youll Do:

Your Impact:

Are you ready to imagine play and enthusiastically foster an inclusive collective of makers Are you an artist educator tinkererormaker who thrivesthinking outside the boxandrelishesthe freedom to explore materials and ideas

The summer camps atdeCordovaSculpture Park and Museum in Lincoln MA are process/maker focused and inspired by the 30-acre Sculpture Park nature on campus and each participants unique interests and imagination.

THE HIVE July6-August7 is designed for fifty-six campersages5-12 who are curious about the world around them and interested in exploring nature and contemporary artistic ideas through energizing and emergent collaborations culminating each week in large-scale installations in the Sculpture Park.

SUMMER STUDIO FOR TEENS June29-July 3 and August 10-14 offers opportunities for smallcohortof 1316-year-olds to refine and expand artistic techniques create meaningful connections and develop confidence in their unique artistic voice.

For more information about this summers exciting weekly themes and projects please visit:deCordovaCamps.

As a Camp Instructoryoullhave a fun energetic and meaningful experience that also comes with real trusted to keep campers safe engaged and supported throughout the day a big responsibility but one that youwontbe navigating alone. With thorough training clear expectations and a supportive leadership teamyoullgrow as a leader while making an impact that truly matters.

The Role:

As a Seasonal Art and Nature Camp Instructor youcouldbe part ofThe Hive Summer Studio for Teens or campschannel inspiration from art on viewand the natural landscape while authentically connecting with colleagues campers and Hive is highly collaborative with all sixty campers working toward adynamicinstallation in theSculpture Park that follows each weeks theme.

Pre-camp training sessions provide opportunities forreadings& reflection a Park and Studio tourguidanceand support on best practices to successfully meet the behavioral intellectual and safety needs of campers. Instructors are further responsible for working both individually and in collaboration with each other leading up to camp to develop curriculum and theinitialconcept design based on each weeks theme. This includes artist exhibition theme and material researchlessonand project planning remote and/or in-person team meetings and studio set up. Hourly compensation covers alltimespent duringtrainings meetings preparation instruction set up and clean up.

Instructorsare responsible fora group of 10-14 campers. Hive Instructors mentor a high school age Junior Instructor their groups assistant.

Specifically youll:

• Research and develop curriculum in connection withexhibitedartworksand theHiveweekly themestopreparefor an emergent curriculum approach toelicitingcampers interests

• Implement lessons and extended projects designed to encourage campers to investigate discover express themselves and work together while immersed in art and nature to generate collaborative large-scale park installations

• Becomfortableandfacile inworkingwithand modeling bothtraditional and unconventional art-making materials

• Collectivelyestablishgroup agreements that ensure respectinclusivity and connection for all campers.

• Observe and regularly evaluate social/emotional/intellectualneeds of camperstoensureparticipation growth and belonging.

• Work withCampDirectorand CampBehaviorSpecialistas needed to support campers.

• Supervise and mentor Junior Instructors (aged 15-18)

• Directly supervise and manage the safety and well-being of campers

• Communicate on-site with parents around camper safety discipline interests passions and needs.

This is a seasonal nonexempt position working 40 hours per week reporting directly to the deCordova Camps Director.

What Youll Need:

Skills and Experience:

• A bachelors degree in education art the sciences the humanities or other relevant course of study isrequired; graduate work in art and/or education a plus

• At least 3 years of experience working as an art educator classroom teacher or informal educatorwithages 5-16

• A special interest in collaborative interdisciplinary place-based progressive education and the intersections of art nature and science

• The physical and mental wherewithal to teach indoors outdoors and in theSculpturePark settingin all summer weather conditions

• Hold or willing to obtain Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification; training provided if needed

• Must be able to lift40 pounds

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be 18 years of age by the time camp starts

• Full availability for camp staff training in June (dates TBD) and assigned camp weeks Mondays-Fridays 9:00AM-4:00PM (Wednesdays until5:00and Fridays until 5:30)

• Current authorization to work in the United Statesby thefirst day of employment.

• A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check.

Dont quite have all the skills and experience listed above We still want to hear from you! Research shows that historically marginalized groups are less likely to apply if they do not meet every single requirement. We are committed to building a diverse team and encourage you to apply even if you are missing some of the skills and experience above.

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Your Benefits:

• Sick Time: 40 hours of paid sick time upfront.

• Reciprocity:Employees have access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions.

• Discounts: Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties discount event tickets and discounted merchandise at our stores and on stays at our inns.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity:

The Trustees is a proud equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status including but not limited to age race ethnicity sex gender sexual preferences nation of origin religion or disability status and strongly encourages applications from people of color persons with varying abilities women and LGBTQ applicants. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts who are at the core of our mission.

The Trustees commitment to advancing the organizations vision for this work may be found here:Diversity Belonging Inclusion and Equity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment. To request reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process please contact us at .

Required Experience:

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