Tin Mountain strives to provide a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment in which to learn about and explore the natural world. Our doors and our lands are open and available to everyone who wants to participate. Tin Mountain Conservation Center staff, board of trustees, and members are united in our passion for environmental conservation, education, and research as well as our mutual trust and respect for each other and the world in which we live.

Tin Mountain is currently hiring for our seasonal summer camp staff. See descriptions below:

Summer Camp Instructor: Tin Mountain’s Summer Camps use a combination of Science, Adventure, and Fun to support the organization’s mission. Each day combines lessons within the environmental sciences with hikes, exploration, and games. Summer Day Camp Instructors are responsible for the daily functions of one of the day camps in Albany, Jackson, Tamworth, or Fryeburg. Day camps are for children ages 4 to 12 years old. Hours run from approximately 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. program time), Monday through Friday, plus one overnight during some sessions. Camps run Monday-Friday, June 26-August 11 (employment for individual weeks may be available).

Specific Duties Include:

  • Participate in staff training in June.
  • With a co-instructor and high school-aged Jr. Counselor, supervise up to 15 campers each day.
  • Plan, prepare, and lead age appropriate lessons, games, and crafts.
  • Lead hikes and exploration over uneven terrain.
  • Set the tone of camp. Be a role model for campers, Jr. Counselors, and your co-instructor.
  • Set up the facility at the beginning of camp.
  • Transport children for swimming and/or field trips (in Tin Mountain vehicles)
  • Clean up the facility at the end of each day and week of camp.
  • Maintain medical records and complete incident reports when necessary.
  • With guidance of the Education Director, make initial parent contacts in the event of an emergency or behavior problem at camp.

Qualification/Skills:

  • Environmental education or teaching experience preferred
  • Summer camp experience preferred
  • Current CPR and First Aid Certification
  • A current driver’s license
  • (Water safety training a plus but not required)

Reports to: Education Director

Pay Range: $15-$18/hr DEO

To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and references to Phaedra Demers at pdemers@tinmountain.org

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Intern Program

Interns are an integral part of the staff and participate in all aspects of the center’s operation and have an opportunity to work with all ages, and with a variety of groups, including schools and the general public. Interns are involved in general Nature Center operations including weekend festivals and events, curriculum and program development, and writing articles for the newsletter. Tin Mountain’s best interns have a strong desire to teach and share their knowledge and enthusiasm for the natural world. A background in education or the natural sciences is helpful but not necessary.

Learn more about our ongoing projects on our Research & Studies page.