Most summer employment opportunities involve our summer camp programs.
Some positions do not have direct interaction with campers but
all staff needs to be aware of the camp programs and
must be willing to work around the camp agenda.
Cayuga Nature Center offers full time positions for our
five camp programs throughout the months of July and August.
If you are interested in part-time employment, you can join the
TEAM Challenge Ropes Course program in May through August.
Please call for information about part-time availability.
To learn more about camp and the Nature Center,
visit our website at http://www.cayuganaturecenter.org and
click on the Summer Camp link.
Download our Job Application Form from the Internship/Job link and
submit with your resume to
Ali Higgins, Cayuga Nature Center, 1420 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY 14850
Counselors are responsible for the leadership, supervision
and safety of youths in the program.
This position provides the supervision and structure for youths
ages 5-9 to safely interact with and learn about the natural environment.
Will be expected to lead and supervise groups of campers,
plan recreational and educational activities and
maintain a safe and positive learning environment.
Prior experience working with children in an educational setting is preferred.
(4 positions)
Full-time $7-$9/hr 40hrs/wk
Critter Camp exists to foster learning about many different types of animals, their habitats, and care in accordance with the mission of the center. Counselors will lead and supervise groups of campers ages 9-13 in a fun and educational environment.
Campers will experience hands-on activities with the live animal collection.
Counselors need to be comfortable handling and working with snakes,
spiders, and raptors, special training will be provided.
Prior experience with exotic animals is preferred.
(2 positions)
Full-time $7-$9/hr 40hrs/wk
Ropes Camp is an exclusive week experiencing the many challenges on our ropes course.
Adventure Camp is a week long training for modern outdoor camping.
Campers learn how to use compasses, purify water, start a fire, build a shelter and have a safe camping experience.
The group puts their skills to the test on a Thursday overnight.
In both programs, counselors will lead and supervise groups of campers ages 9-13.
Prior experience with ropes course, challenge programs, and/or experienced camping is required; special training will be provided.
(2 positions)
Full-time plus some overnights $7-$9/hr 40hrs/wk
The Counselor is responsible for the leadership,
supervision and safety of a group of 6-8 campers
The Counselor will be responsible for following the
daily educational structure and planning recreational
and educational activities for their group
The Counselor will supervise and direct the Bobcat (counselor-in-training)
as needed, and assist with the mid-summer
and final evaluation of their Bobcat.
The Counselor will assist with bus supervision and
pre and post camp supervision as assigned
The Counselor will incorporate and adhere to the Camp Philosophy
as well as other Camp Policies at all times
Qualifications:
Minimum age of 20 years
Training in First Aid and CPR is required
(training to be arranged as needed)
Experience and ability to work well with children, ages 5 -16
Mature judgment and ability to safely supervise campers and Bobcats
Educational and/or experiential background in
one or more of the following areas:
Outdoor Education, Recreation, Natural History,
Environmental Education, Arts/Crafts, Child Psychology,
Teaching or related field of study
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Responsible for prepping and leading campers in making snacks, crafts, and group games during summer camp hours,
also responsible for children who attend the After Camp Care program.
Maintain the inventory and supplies of the kitchen pantry and craft closet.
Ensure that campers and staff use supplies properly.
Design new craft, snack, and game ideas.
Minimum age 18.
Experience working with children is desired, experience working in a commercial kitchen is desired.
(1 position)
Part-time $7-8/hr 40hrs/wk M-F 9am-6pm
Responsible for making sure staff, volunteers, and youth participants adhere to safety procedures. Maintain the health and safety of all campers.
Ensure that camp is a fun and safe environment by keeping records,
training staff and administering safety policies set by the center
and health department.
Design emergency procedures and prepare counselors for proper course of action.
Requirements: Current certification as a Lifeguard and in
CPR/First Aid and RTE, and/or EMT, RN certification.
Experience working with children is a requirement.
(1 position)
Part-time $7-8/hr 10hrs/wk T/W/T 11am-2pm
Maintain husbandry and housing units for the permanent animal collection. Present animal programs to campers and for private parties.
Care for the seasonal butterfly house.
Train and supervise teen naturalist to give butterfly tours as requested.
Experience with animals is required although special training will be provided.
(2 positions)
Part-time, must be willing to work weekends $8-$9/hr 10-30hrs/wk
Work closely with the Camp Director to manage all the camp programs.
In charge of scheduling guest speakers, arranging training for staff,
and supervising the Bobcat program.
Will fill in a counselor as needed and will act as the liaison between staff members.
Will maintain the counselor award program and institute a Bobcat award program.
Oversee supply use and order/purchase camp craft and snack supplies as needed.
Experience with children, particularly teenagers, is required.
(1 position)
Full-time $8-9/hr 40hrs/wk M-F 8:30am-5:30pm
Work with groups of pre-schoolers and their parents in a small hands-on setting two days a week.
The PeeWees program is designed to teach 3-5 year olds about the environment
through stories, games, crafts, and snacks.
Curriculum and training is provided although new ideas are always welcome in addition to the set program.
Experience with children, particularly pre-schoolers, is required.
(1 position)
Part-time $8-9/hr 10hrs/wk M-W 9:00am-12:00pm