Falmouth, Maine, United States (On-Site) · Posted 30+ days ago
$700–$780 / wk
Job Function Counselor / Activity Instructor
Job Type Full-Time
Min Experience 0-1 Year
Salary $700.00 - $780.00
Salary - Type Weekly Salary

About this role

Maine Audubon is hiring a Seasonal Summer Camp Environmental Educator to join its dynamic team based in Falmouth, ME. Since 1843, Maine Audubon has worked to conserve Maine’s wildlife and wildlife habitat by engaging people in education, conservation, and action.

Position Overview
We are seeking a Seasonal Summer Camp Environmental Educator based at Maine Audubon’s headquarters at Gilsland Farm in Falmouth, Maine. Summer Camp Environmental Educators report to the Camp Director and are responsible for delivering science-based, experiential education programs for children ages 3-10. Our programs are designed to foster environmental literacy and build connection to the natural world in a fun, safe, and welcoming environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Develop and teach developmentally-appropriate day camp and outreach programs tied to Maine Audubon’s mission;
  • Be able to communicate with and foster inclusive group dynamics for children ages 3-10;
  • Set-up and break-down program equipment daily/weekly;
  • Maintain safety standards and protocols, accident reports, and participant medical forms;
  • Communicate professionally with caregivers during pick-up and drop-off.

Timing, Compensation, and Benefits

  • Approx. 35-40 hours/week, June 22 - September 2, 2026. This includes training, set-up and breakdown of camp. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply and to include details about availability in their cover letters.
  • Seasonal position with benefits including Maine Earned Paid Leave, annual membership to Maine Audubon, and discounts in our Nature Stores.
  • Salary range: $17.50-19.50/hour

To apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter by email, with “Summer Camp Environmental Educator” in the subject line. Review of applications will begin March 25. Positions open until filled. Full job posting available here. 


AI Notice: Applicants may use basic editing tools (e.g., spellcheck), but generative AI may not be used to create or draft resumes or cover letters. This helps ensure all candidates are evaluated based on their own qualifications. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Please contact us if you need any accommodations to apply or participate in the hiring process.

Maine Audubon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis age, race, color, national origin,
ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, HIV status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, familial
status, domestic violence victim status, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

Key Requirements

  • Qualifications
  • Experience working with children ages 3-10 in outdoor settings, such as camp, environmental,
  • experiential, or outdoor education experience;
Job ID: 82887318

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