Work at Fessenden Summer Camps
Working with children at Fessenden is an enriching and rewarding way to spend your summer. You will give a lot of yourself, and you will get it back in return. It’s hard work, fun work, and fulfilling work. You will learn about kids and you will learn about yourself. You will grow in ways that you expect and in ways that you never imagined. Be outside, make great friends, and have a great time!
If this sounds like something you are interested in, then we would love to hear from you!
Summer 2026 Openings
Applications for the 2026 Camping Season will open in Late Fall/Early Winter. Please check back frequently for newly posted positions.
Are you ready to be inspired?
Working with children at Fessenden is an enriching and rewarding way to spend your summer. You will give a lot of yourself, and you will get it back in return. It’s hard work, fun work, and fulfilling work. You will learn about kids and you will learn about yourself. You will grow in ways that you expect and in ways that you never imagined. Be outside, make great friends, and have a great time!
If this sounds like something you are interested in, then we would love to hear from you!
The majority of our staff return year after year. The positions below may be limited. Postings will be removed as they are filled.
Director Positions
Division Director
Seasonal
Full Time
Position Summary:
Our mission is to empower campers and staff to form relationships, develop lifelong skills, and build confidence. There are four Division Director positions at Fessenden. Each Division Director is part of the senior camp leadership team and is responsible for the staff and campers in their own division ( 7-9 groups of 12-18 campers and 3 staff per group.) The Division Director is a seasoned supervisor and educator who provides leadership and mentoring to the division staff, and develops a relationship with the staff, campers, and camper families to ensure a safe, fun, and enriching experience in all aspects of camp. Division Director is the direct supervisor of the counselor staff in their Division. The position is for the full eight-week season (June 22 – August 14) including events and staff training before and during the camp season. Additional working weeks can be contracted in June and August. This is a seasonal position. The wage range for this position is $24.00 – $30.00 per hour.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Experience as an administrator in a camp or supervisory position working with children.
- Desire and ability to supervise, lead, and positively manage staff and campers in a cooperative, team-oriented camp atmosphere.
- Strong communication skills.
- Possess excellent character, integrity, adaptability, patience, self-control, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor.
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Pass a MA State run background check including a CORI and SORI.
Responsibilities:
Division Program
- Direct, train, and coach staff in their camp division.
- Serve on the senior camp leadership team including developing training for all staff and leading Camp staff training before and during camp season.
- Assure appropriate staffing of groups and Camp activities.
- Design and lead Camp initiatives and events working with the senior leadership team.
- Develop and implement strategies to help campers and counselors be successful at camp.
- Meet weekly with division staff for planning and goal setting.
- Conduct formal evaluations of staff in assigned division mid-season and the end of the season.
- Regularly conduct informal evaluations of staff in assigned division.
- Regularly observe, communicate, and work with groups and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.
- Proactively communicate with parents about successes and concerns regarding their child.
- Coordinate with Program Director to plan and implement program activities for your division each week.
- Coordinate with CIT director to schedule and teach CITs to assist with groups and teach counselors how to appropriately work with and educate assigned CITs.
- Send out weekly division communication to families.
Job Requirements:
- Available 8:30am-4:15pm, Monday – Friday for the entire camp season.
- Ability to observe camper and staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Some high level activity which may include running, dancing, swimming and jumping.
- Occasional lifting, bending, and climbing stairs.
- Frequent talking, listening, walking, sitting, and standing.
- Must possess the visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to camp activity.
Specialist Positions
Science Specialist
Seasonal
Full Time
The Science Specialist leads and actively engages in safe, organized, meaningful, enriching, and fun activity programs for campers ages 8-13 (age range for each activity varies). The program will focus on science related content.
The position is for the full eight-week season (June 22-August 15th) including events and staff training dates the week before camp starts. Additional working weeks in June and August can be contracted. This is a seasonal position. The wage range for this position is $21.00-$25.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
Qualifications and Skills
- Training/certification and/or experience in leading science activities.
- Provide a portfolio of camp appropriate/related material.
- Demonstrated experience working with and leading children in a variety of recreational and/or educational activities related to science.
- Desire and ability to supervise, lead, and positively manage campers and work with other staff in a cooperative, team-oriented camp atmosphere.
- Demonstrated ability to photograph and document a variety of activities.
- Strong communication skills.
- Possess excellent character, integrity, adaptability, patience, self-control, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor.Strong background in science and/or education.
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Pass a MA State run background check including a CORI and SORI.
Responsibilities
- Formulate, plan, and lead age appropriate, safe, and enriching science activities.
- Uphold all policies and philosophies of the Fessenden Day Camp.
- Follow and uphold all state and local health and safety regulations and guidelines and those set by the Camp.
- Teach staff their responsibilities in activity.
- Teach and guide campers, CITs, and coworkers in participating successfully and appropriately in all aspects of assigned specialty, including proper use of equipment.
- Conduct regular cleaning and check of specialty area and equipment according to health and safety protocols.
- Participate in and assist in running camp events and initiatives.
- Meet/communicate regularly with direct supervisor regarding concerns, updates, challenges, and successes.
- Set a good example for campers and coworkers in all areas, including but not limited to health and safety, accountability, fairness, organization, punctuality, following the rules, and teamwork.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and Director.
Job Requirements
- Available 8:30am-4:00pm, Monday – Friday for the entire camp season and to attend all staff training sessions before and during camp season. There may also be at least two days during the camp season you will be required to stay late for special events.
- Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate health and safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Occasional lifting, bending, and climbing stairs.
- Frequent talking, listening, walking, sitting, and standing.
- At least some high activity which may include dancing, running, swimming, and jumping.
- Possess the visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to camp activity.
- Be able to lead and fully participate in the assigned specialty.
Team Building Specialist
Seasonal
Full Time
The Team Building Specialist is responsible for planning and leading engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote teamwork, communication, and group problem-solving among campers. This role plays a key part in helping campers build friendships, gain confidence, and develop leadership skills through fun, interactive challenges.
The position is for the full eight-week season (June 22-August 15th) including events and staff training dates the week before camp starts. Additional working weeks in June and August can be contracted. This is a seasonal position. The wage range for this position is $21.00-$25.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
Qualifications and Skills
- Strong communication and group facilitation skills.
- Creative, energetic, and able to engage groups in a variety of settings (indoor, outdoor, field-based).
- Ability to adapt plans on the fly and maintain camper safety and enjoyment.
- Previous experience in experiential education, leadership training, or outdoor team-building a plus.
- Experience working with children in camp, school, or recreation settings.
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Pass a MA State run background check including a CORI and SORI.
Responsibilities
- Design and lead daily team-building sessions and challenge activities for camper groups across various age levels.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and encouraging environment that emphasizes cooperation, respect, and creativity.
- Adapt activities to suit different group sizes, abilities, and energy levels.
- Collaborate with counselors to integrate team-building principles into cabin and activity time.
- Maintain all challenge and teambuilding equipment, ensuring activities are safe and well-organized.
- Assist with camp-wide events, special theme days, and all-camp challenges.
- Serve as a positive role model, demonstrating enthusiasm, patience, and leadership at all times.
- Participate in staff training and contribute ideas for new team-building programs.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and Director.
Job Requirements
- Available 8:30am-4:00pm, Monday – Friday for the entire camp season and to attend all staff training sessions before and during camp season. There may also be at least two days during the camp season you will be required to stay late for special events.
- Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate health and safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Occasional lifting, bending, and climbing stairs.
- Frequent talking, listening, walking, sitting, and standing.
- At least some high activity which may include dancing, running, swimming, and jumping.
- Possess the visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to camp activity.
- Be able to lead and fully participate in the assigned specialty.
Aquatics Positions
Lifeguard - Swim Instructor
Seasonal
Full Time
Position Summary:
Our camp goal is that every camper leaves us a better, safer swimmer and more confident individual. This position is part of the Aquatic Staff team involved in all aquatic activities including swim lessons, recreational swim, and pool events. This position spends about half of the day teaching swimming and the other half lifeguarding, and ensures all swim activities are safe, positive, enriching, and fun in an inclusive atmosphere. Instructors are responsible for leading safe, skills based, and fun swim lessons for groups of 4-10 campers depending on age and swim ability. The wage range for this position is $20.00 – $21.00 per hour, depending on certifications and experience.
This is a seasonal position, running from June 22 – August 14. (Additional weeks in June and August can be contracted for interested parties)
Responsibilities:
- Using the Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program, teach safe, fun, and meaningful swimming lessons.
- Evaluate campers in your swim lessons and complete necessary paperwork for records and families.
- Uphold all policies and philosophies of the Fessenden Day Camp.
- Follow and uphold all state and local health and safety regulations and guidelines and those set by the Camp.
- Work with various age and skill levels providing appropriate instruction and behavioral management.
- Be part of regular maintenance, cleaning, and check of pool areas and equipment according to health and safety
protocols. - Supervise all swimming activities and enforce pool rules.
- Teach and guide campers and CITs to participate successfully and safely in all aspects of swim activities.
- Set a good example for campers and coworkers in all areas, including but not limited to health and safety, accountability,
fairness, organization, punctuality, following the rules, and sportsmanship. - Assist in emergency procedures and complete any necessary related paperwork.
- Participate in and assist in running camp events and initiatives.
- Meet/communicate regularly with direct superior regarding concerns, updates, challenges, and successes.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and Director.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Current certifications in Lifeguarding and CPR/AED/First Aid by a nationally recognized organization.
- Water Safety Instructor certification is strongly recommended.
- Desire and ability to supervise, lead, and positively manage campers and work with staff in a cooperative, team-oriented
camp atmosphere. - Strong communication skills.
- Possess excellent character, integrity, adaptability, patience, self-control, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor.
- Must be 17 years of age or older.
- Pass a MA State run background check including a CORI and SORI.
Job Requirements:
- Available 8:30am-4:00pm, Monday – Friday for the entire camp season and to attend all staff training sessions before and during camp season. There may also be at least two days during the camp season you will be required to stay late for
special events. - Ability to observe camper and staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate health and safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Some high level activity which may include running, dancing, swimming and jumping.
- Occasional lifting, bending, and climbing stairs.
- Frequent talking, listening, walking, sitting, and standing.
- Demonstrate lifeguard and swimming skills including proficiency in all strokes, swim 500 yards, rescues, removals, CPR and first aid.
- Possess the visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to camp and swimming activities.
Counselor Positions
General Group Counselor
Seasonal
Full Time
General Group Counselor is active, energetic, creative, and caring, and enjoys working with children in a team atmosphere with other counselors and staff. A General Counselor is responsible for leading a group of approximately 12-18 campers. A Counselor is responsible for the emotional and physical safety of individual campers in the group, and for healthy group dynamics. This position leads some activities for their group and travels with their group to activities led by Specialists where this position assists and participates.
The position is for the full eight-week season (June 22-August 15th) including events and staff training dates the week before camp starts. Additional working weeks in June and August can be contracted. This is a seasonal position. The wage range for this position is $17.25 to $20.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
Qualifications and Skills
- Demonstrated experience working with and leading children.
- Ability to teach and lead various recreational activities.
- Desire and ability to supervise, lead, and positively manage campers and work with other staff in a cooperative, team-oriented camp atmosphere.
- Strong communication skills.
- Possess excellent character, integrity, adaptability, patience, self-control, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor.
- Pass a MA State run background check including a CORI and SORI.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Responsibilities
- Take primary responsibility for the health, safety, well-being and happiness of campers in groups.
- Take lead in creating a positive and inclusive group environment working with coworkers and superiors.
- Uphold all policies and philosophies of the Fessenden Summer Camps.
- Follow and uphold all state and local health and safety regulations and guidelines and those set by the Camp.
- Actively participate in all aspects of the campers’ day and assist specialists at activities.
- Develop a relationship with each camper in the group and learn their strengths, interests, and needs.
- Encourage respect for self, others, personal property, and camp equipment and facilities.
- Be part of regular cleaning and checks of group and activity areas and equipment according to health and safety protocols.
- Set a good example for junior counselor(s), campers, and coworkers in all areas, including health and safety, accountability, organization, punctuality, following the rules, and sportsmanship.
- Mentor junior counselor(s) and CITs in their development as professionals and leaders in training at camp
- Meet/communicate regularly with direct supervisor regarding concerns, updates, challenges, and successes.
- Communicate with parents about their child when necessary and appropriate.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and Director.
Job Requirements
- Available 8:30am-4:00pm, Monday – Friday for the entire camp season and to attend all staff training sessions during camp season. There may also be at least two days during the camp season you will be required to stay late for special events.
- Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate health and safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Some high activity which may include dancing, running, swimming, and jumping.
- Occasional lifting, bending, and climbing stairs.
- Frequent talking, listening, walking, sitting, and standing.
- Ability to reasonably participate in all activities in the camper’s day.
- Possess the visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to camp activity.
Junior General Group Counselor
Seasonal
Full Time
Junior General Group Counselor is active, energetic, creative, and caring, and enjoys working with children in a team atmosphere with other counselors and staff. A General Counselor is responsible for leading a group of approximately 12-18 campers. A Counselor is responsible for the emotional and physical safety of individual campers in the group, and for healthy group dynamics. This position leads some activities for their group and travels with their group to activities led by Specialists where this position assists and participates.
The position is for the full eight-week season (June 22-August 15th) including events and staff training dates the week before camp starts. Additional working weeks in June and August can be contracted. This is a seasonal position. The wage range for this position is $16.00 to $16.75 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
Qualifications and Skills
- Demonstrated experience working with and leading children.
- Ability to teach and lead various recreational activities.
- Desire and ability to supervise, lead, and positively manage campers and work with other staff in a cooperative, team-oriented camp atmosphere.
- Strong communication skills.
- Possess excellent character, integrity, adaptability, patience, self-control, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor.
- Pass a MA State run background check including a CORI and SORI.
- Must be at 16 or 17 years of age.
Responsibilities
- Take responsibility for the health, safety, well-being and happiness of campers in groups.
- Take lead in creating a positive and inclusive group environment working with coworkers and superiors.
- Uphold all policies and philosophies of the Fessenden Summer Camps.
- Follow and uphold all state and local health and safety regulations and guidelines and those set by the Camp.
- Actively participate in all aspects of the campers’ day and assist specialists at activities.
- Develop a relationship with each camper in the group and learn their strengths, interests, and needs.
- Encourage respect for self, others, personal property, and camp equipment and facilities.
- Be part of regular cleaning and checks of group and activity areas and equipment according to health and safety protocols.
- Set a good example for campers, and coworkers in all areas, including health and safety, accountability, organization, punctuality, following the rules, and sportsmanship.
- Mentor CITs in their development as professionals and leaders in training at camp
- Meet/communicate regularly with direct supervisor regarding concerns, updates, challenges, and successes.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and Director.
Job Requirements
- Available 8:30am-4:00pm, Monday – Friday for the entire camp season and to attend all staff training sessions during camp season. There may also be at least two days during the camp season you will be required to stay late for special events.
- Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate health and safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Some high activity which may include dancing, running, swimming, and jumping.
- Occasional lifting, bending, and climbing stairs.
- Frequent talking, listening, walking, sitting, and standing.
- Ability to reasonably participate in all activities in the camper’s day.
- Possess the visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to camp activity.
STEM Camp Counselor
Seasonal
Full Time
STEM Counselors assist in leading and actively engaging in a safe, organized, meaningful, enriching, and fun activity program in both the Day Camp and specialty area (STEM/Coding) for campers ages 6 – 13 (age range varies for each specialty camp). The program focuses on skills for the activity and for life, such as collaboration, healthy competition, being active, creativity, confidence, and having fun.
Candidates must be available to work the full program season (June 22 – August 14) and be able to attend staff training dates before camp starts. Flexible schedules available. Additional working weeks and hours in the summer can be contracted. This is a seasonal position. The wage range for this position is $17.25 to $20.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
Qualifications and Skills
- Training/certification and/or experience in STEM/Coding.
- Demonstrated experience leading students in STEM/Coding education.
- Desire and ability to supervise, lead, and positively manage campers and work with staff in a cooperative, team-oriented camp atmosphere.
- Strong communication skills.
- Possess excellent character, integrity, adaptability, patience, self-control, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Pass a MA State run background check including a CORI and SORI.
Responsibilities
- Uphold all policies and philosophies of the Fessenden Day Camp.
- Take lead in creating a positive and inclusive group environment working with coworkers and superiors.
- Uphold all policies and philosophies of the Fessenden Summer Camps.
- Follow and uphold all state and local health and safety regulations and guidelines and those set by the Camp.
- Actively participate in all aspects of the campers’ day and assist specialists at activities.
- Develop a relationship with each camper in the group and learn their strengths, interests, and needs.
- Encourage respect for self, others, personal property, and camp equipment and facilities.
- Be part of regular cleaning and checks of group and activity areas and equipment according to health and safety protocols.
- Set a good example for junior counselor(s), campers, and coworkers in all areas, including health and safety, accountability, organization, punctuality, following the rules, and teamwork..
- Mentor CITs in their development as professionals and leaders in training at camp
- Meet/communicate regularly with direct supervisor regarding concerns, updates, challenges, and successes.
- Communicate with parents about their child when necessary and appropriate.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and Director.
Job Requirements
- Available 8:30am-4:00pm, Monday – Friday for the entire camp season and to attend all staff training sessions during camp season. There may also be at least two days during the camp season you will be required to stay late for special events.
- Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate health and safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Some high activity which may include dancing, running, swimming, and jumping.
- Occasional lifting, bending, and climbing stairs.
- Frequent talking, listening, walking, sitting, and standing.
- Ability to reasonably participate in all activities in the camper’s day.
- Possess the visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to camp activity.
Theater Camp Counselor
Seasonal
Full Time
Theater Counselors assist in leading and actively engaging in a safe, organized, meaningful, enriching, and fun activity program in both the Day Camp and specialty area (Theater/Broadway) for campers ages 6 – 13 (age range varies for each specialty camp). The program focuses on skills for the activity and for life, such as collaboration, healthy competition, being active, creativity, confidence, and having fun.
Candidates must be available to work the full program season (June 22 – August 14) and be able to attend staff training dates before camp starts. Flexible schedules available. Additional working weeks and hours in the summer can be contracted. This is a seasonal position. The wage range for this position is $17.25 to $20.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
Qualifications and Skills
- Demonstrated experience leading students in Theater education.
- Desire and ability to supervise, lead, and positively manage campers and work with staff in a cooperative, team-oriented camp atmosphere.
- Strong communication skills.
- Possess excellent character, integrity, adaptability, patience, self-control, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Pass a MA State run background check including a CORI and SORI.
Responsibilities
- Uphold all policies and philosophies of the Fessenden Day Camp.
- Take lead in creating a positive and inclusive group environment working with coworkers and superiors.
- Uphold all policies and philosophies of the Fessenden Summer Camps.
- Follow and uphold all state and local health and safety regulations and guidelines and those set by the Camp.
- Actively participate in all aspects of the campers’ day and assist specialists at activities.
- Develop a relationship with each camper in the group and learn their strengths, interests, and needs.
- Encourage respect for self, others, personal property, and camp equipment and facilities.
- Be part of regular cleaning and checks of group and activity areas and equipment according to health and safety protocols.
- Set a good example for junior counselor(s), campers, and coworkers in all areas, including health and safety, accountability, organization, punctuality, following the rules, and teamwork..
- Mentor CITs in their development as professionals and leaders in training at camp
- Meet/communicate regularly with direct supervisor regarding concerns, updates, challenges, and successes.
- Communicate with parents about their child when necessary and appropriate.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and Director.
Job Requirements
- Available 8:30am-4:00pm, Monday – Friday for the entire camp season and to attend all staff training sessions during camp season. There may also be at least two days during the camp season you will be required to stay late for special events.
- Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate health and safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Some high activity which may include dancing, running, swimming, and jumping.
- Occasional lifting, bending, and climbing stairs.
- Frequent talking, listening, walking, sitting, and standing.
- Ability to reasonably participate in all activities in the camper’s day.
- Possess the visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to camp activity.
Coaching Positions
Soccer Camp Coach
Candidates must be able to work the entire week of Soccer Camp, M-F August 17-21.
Soccer Coaches lead and actively engage in a safe, organized, meaningful, enriching, and fun soccer program for groups of campers primarily ages 6-13. The program should focus on skills for soccer, athletics and for life, such as teamwork, healthy competition, being active and healthy, and having fun.
Additional working weeks and hours in the summer can be contracted. This is a seasonal position.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Training/certification and/or experience in the sport.
- Demonstrated experience playing and coaching the sport and/or working with and leading children preferably in the sport.
- Desire and ability to supervise, lead, and positively manage campers and work with other staff in a cooperative, team-oriented camp atmosphere.
- Knowledge and skills in the sport and the ability to teach these skills to campers and staff.
- Strong communication skills.
- Possess excellent character, integrity, adaptability, patience, self-control, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Pass a MA State run background check including a CORI and SORI.
Responsibilities:
- Formulate, plan, and lead age appropriate, safe, and enriching activities in the sport.
- Follow and uphold all policies and philosophies of Fessenden Summer Camps.
- Follow and uphold all state and local health and safety regulations and guidelines and those set by the Camp.
- Teach staff their responsibilities in your activity area during staff training and throughout the season.
- Teach and guide campers in participating successfully and appropriately in all aspects of the sport and related activities, including proper and safe use of equipment.
- Conduct initial, in-season, and end-of-season inventories, assuring appropriate supplies for activity and storage of the supplies.
- Conduct and ensure regular cleaning and checks of spaces and equipment are being performed by group staff according to health and safety protocols.
- Communicate regularly with the direct supervisor regarding concerns, updates, challenges, and successes.
- Communicate with parents about their child when necessary and appropriate.
- Set a good example for campers and coworkers in all areas, including but not limited to health and safety, accountability, fairness, organization, punctuality, following the rules, and sportsmanship.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and Director.
Job Requirements
- Available 8:30am-3:00pm, Monday – Friday for the entire program season and to attend all staff training sessions before and during program season.
- Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate health and safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Occasional lifting, bending, and climbing stairs.
- Frequent talking, listening, walking, sitting, and standing.
- At least some high activity which may include dancing, running, swimming, and jumping (amount varies by sport).
- Possess the visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to camp activity.
- Be able to lead and fully participate in the sport.
Basketball Camp Coach
Candidates must be available to work the full 2 week basketball program M-F June 8-18th.
Basketball Coaching Staff are active, energetic, creative, and caring, and enjoys working with children in a team atmosphere with other coaches and staff. Basketball Coaches lead and actively engage in a safe, organized, meaningful, enriching, and fun basketball program for groups of campers primarily ages 6-13. The program should focus on skills for basketball, athletics and for life, such as teamwork, healthy competition, being active and healthy, and having fun.
Additional working weeks and hours in the summer can be contracted after basketball camp is finished. This is a seasonal position. The wage range for this position is $17.25 to $20.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Training/certification and/or experience in the sport.
- Demonstrated experience playing and coaching the sport and/or working with and leading children preferably in the sport.
- Desire and ability to supervise, lead, and positively manage campers and work with other staff in a cooperative, team-oriented camp atmosphere.
- Knowledge and skills in the sport and the ability to teach these skills to campers and staff.
- Strong communication skills.
- Possess excellent character, integrity, adaptability, patience, self-control, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Pass a MA State run background check including a CORI and SORI.
Responsibilities:
- Formulate, plan, and lead age appropriate, safe, and enriching activities in the sport.
- Follow and uphold all policies and philosophies of Fessenden Summer Camps.
- Follow and uphold all state and local health and safety regulations and guidelines and those set by the Camp.
- Teach and guide campers, CITs, and coworkers in participating successfully and appropriately in all aspects of the sport and related activities, including proper and safe use of equipment.
- Conduct initial, in-season, and end-of-season inventories, assuring appropriate supplies for activity and storage of the supplies.
- Conduct and ensure regular cleaning and checks of spaces and equipment are being performed by group staff according to health and safety protocols.
- Participate in and assist in running camp events and initiatives.
- Communicate regularly with the direct supervisor regarding concerns, updates, challenges, and successes.
- Communicate with parents about their child when necessary and appropriate.
- Set a good example for campers and coworkers in all areas, including but not limited to health and safety, accountability, fairness, organization, punctuality, following the rules, and sportsmanship.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and Director.
Job Requirements
- Available 8:30am-3:00pm, Monday – Friday for the entire program season and to attend all staff training sessions before and during program season.
- Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate health and safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Occasional lifting, bending, and climbing stairs.
- Frequent talking, listening, walking, sitting, and standing.
- At least some high activity which may include dancing, running, swimming, and jumping (amount varies by sport).
- Possess the visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to camp activity.
- Be able to lead and fully participate in the sport.
Elementary Sports Camp Coach
Candidates must be available to work the full 2 week Sports program M-F June 8-18th.
Elementary Sports Coaching Staff are active, energetic, creative, and caring, and enjoys working with children in a team atmosphere with other coaches and staff. Coaches lead and actively engage in a safe, organized, meaningful, enriching, and fun sports program for groups of campers primarily ages 5-7. The program should focus on skills for general sports, athletics and for life, such as teamwork, healthy competition, being active and healthy, and having fun.
Additional working weeks and hours in the summer after sports camps can be contracted. This is a seasonal position. The wage range for this position is $17.25 to $20.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Training/certification and/or experience in the sport.
- Demonstrated experience playing and coaching the sport and/or working with and leading children preferably in the sport.
- Desire and ability to supervise, lead, and positively manage campers and work with other staff in a cooperative, team-oriented camp atmosphere.
- Knowledge and skills in the sport and the ability to teach these skills to campers and staff.
- Strong communication skills.
- Possess excellent character, integrity, adaptability, patience, self-control, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Pass a MA State run background check including a CORI and SORI.
Responsibilities:
- Formulate, plan, and lead age appropriate, safe, and enriching activities in the sport.
- Follow and uphold all policies and philosophies of Fessenden Summer Camps.
- Follow and uphold all state and local health and safety regulations and guidelines and those set by the Camp.
- Teach and guide campers, in participating successfully and appropriately in all aspects of the sport and related activities, including proper and safe use of equipment.
- Conduct initial, in-season, and end-of-season inventories, assuring appropriate supplies for activity and storage of the supplies.
- Conduct and ensure regular cleaning and checks of spaces and equipment are being performed by group staff according to health and safety protocols.
- Participate in and assist in running camp events and initiatives.
- Communicate regularly with the direct supervisor regarding concerns, updates, challenges, and successes.
- Communicate with parents about their child when necessary and appropriate.
- Set a good example for campers and coworkers in all areas, including but not limited to health and safety, accountability, fairness, organization, punctuality, following the rules, and sportsmanship.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and Director.
Job Requirements
- Available 8:30am-3:00pm, Monday – Friday for the entire program season and to attend all staff training sessions before and during program season.
- Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate health and safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Occasional lifting, bending, and climbing stairs.
- Frequent talking, listening, walking, sitting, and standing.
- At least some high activity which may include dancing, running, swimming, and jumping (amount varies by sport).
- Possess the visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to camp activity.
- Be able to lead and fully participate in the sport.
Hockey Camp Coach
Candidates must be available to work the full 2 week hockey program M-F, August 10-21.
Hockey Coaching Staff are active, energetic, creative, and caring, and enjoys working with children in a team atmosphere with other coaches and staff. Hockey Coaches lead and actively engage in a safe, organized, meaningful, enriching, and fun hockey program for groups of campers primarily ages 6-13. The program should focus on skills for hockey, athletics and for life, such as teamwork, healthy competition, being active and healthy, and having fun.
Additional working weeks and hours in the summer can be contracted. This is a seasonal position. The wage range for this position is $17.25 to $22.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Training/certification and/or experience in the sport.
- Demonstrated experience playing and coaching the sport and/or working with and leading children preferably in the sport.
- Desire and ability to supervise, lead, and positively manage campers and work with other staff in a cooperative, team-oriented camp atmosphere.
- Knowledge and skills in the sport and the ability to teach these skills to campers and staff.
- Strong communication skills.
- Possess excellent character, integrity, adaptability, patience, self-control, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Pass a MA State run background check including a CORI and SORI.
Responsibilities:
- Formulate, plan, and lead age appropriate, safe, and enriching activities in the sport.
- Follow and uphold all policies and philosophies of Fessenden Summer Camps.
- Follow and uphold all state and local health and safety regulations and guidelines and those set by the Camp.
- Teach and guide campers, in participating successfully and appropriately in all aspects of the sport and related activities, including proper and safe use of equipment.
- Conduct initial, in-season, and end-of-season inventories, assuring appropriate supplies for activity and storage of the supplies.
- Conduct and ensure regular cleaning and checks of spaces and equipment are being performed by group staff according to health and safety protocols.
- Participate in and assist in running camp events and initiatives.
- Communicate regularly with the direct supervisor regarding concerns, updates, challenges, and successes.
- Communicate with parents about their child when necessary and appropriate.
- Set a good example for campers and coworkers in all areas, including but not limited to health and safety, accountability, fairness, organization, punctuality, following the rules, and sportsmanship.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and Director.
Job Requirements
- Available 8:30am-4:00pm, Monday – Friday for the entire program season and to attend all staff training sessions before and during program season.
- Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate health and safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Occasional lifting, bending, and climbing stairs.
- Frequent talking, listening, walking, sitting, and standing.
- At least some high activity which may include dancing, running, swimming, and jumping (amount varies by sport).
- Possess the visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to camp activity.
- Be able to lead and fully participate in the sport.
Flag Football Camp Coach
Candidates must be available to work the full 2 week flag football program M-F June 8-18th.
Flag Football Coaching Staff are active, energetic, creative, and caring, and enjoys working with children in a team atmosphere with other coaches and staff. Flag Football Coaches lead and actively engage in a safe, organized, meaningful, enriching, and fun flag football program for groups of campers primarily ages 6-13. The program should focus on skills for Flag Football, athletics and for life, such as teamwork, healthy competition, being active and healthy, and having fun.
Additional working weeks and hours in the summer can be contracted. This is a seasonal position. The wage range for this position is $17.25 to $20.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Training/certification and/or experience in the sport.
- Demonstrated experience playing and coaching the sport and/or working with and leading children preferably in the sport.
- Desire and ability to supervise, lead, and positively manage campers and work with other staff in a cooperative, team-oriented camp atmosphere.
- Knowledge and skills in the sport and the ability to teach these skills to campers and staff.
- Strong communication skills.
- Possess excellent character, integrity, adaptability, patience, self-control, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Pass a MA State run background check including a CORI and SORI.
Responsibilities:
- Formulate, plan, and lead age appropriate, safe, and enriching activities in the sport.
- Follow and uphold all policies and philosophies of Fessenden Summer Camps.
- Follow and uphold all state and local health and safety regulations and guidelines and those set by the Camp.
- Teach and guide campers, in participating successfully and appropriately in all aspects of the sport and related activities, including proper and safe use of equipment.
- Conduct initial, in-season, and end-of-season inventories, assuring appropriate supplies for activity and storage of the supplies.
- Conduct and ensure regular cleaning and checks of spaces and equipment are being performed by group staff according to health and safety protocols.
- Participate in and assist in running camp events and initiatives.
- Communicate regularly with the direct supervisor regarding concerns, updates, challenges, and successes.
- Communicate with parents about their child when necessary and appropriate.
- Set a good example for campers and coworkers in all areas, including but not limited to health and safety, accountability, fairness, organization, punctuality, following the rules, and sportsmanship.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and Director.
Job Requirements
- Available 8:30am-4:00pm, Monday – Friday for the entire program season and to attend all staff training sessions before and during program season.
- Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate health and safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Occasional lifting, bending, and climbing stairs.
- Frequent talking, listening, walking, sitting, and standing.
- At least some high activity which may include dancing, running, swimming, and jumping (amount varies by sport).
- Possess the visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to camp activity.
- Be able to lead and fully participate in the sport.
Lacrosse Camp Coach
Candidates must be available to work the full 2 week lacrosse program, M-F June 8-18th.
Lacrosse Coaching Staff are active, energetic, creative, and caring, and enjoy working with children in a team atmosphere with other coaches and staff. Lacrosse Coaches lead and actively engage in a safe, organized, meaningful, enriching, and fun lacrosse program for groups of campers primarily ages 6-13. The program should focus on skills for lacrosse, athletics and for life, such as teamwork, healthy competition, being active and healthy, and having fun.
Additional working weeks and hours in the summer can be contracted. This is a seasonal position. The wage range for this position is $17.25 to $20.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Training/certification and/or experience in the sport.
- Demonstrated experience playing and coaching the sport and/or working with and leading children preferably in the sport.
- Desire and ability to supervise, lead, and positively manage campers and work with other staff in a cooperative, team-oriented camp atmosphere.
- Knowledge and skills in the sport and the ability to teach these skills to campers and staff.
- Strong communication skills.
- Possess excellent character, integrity, adaptability, patience, self-control, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Pass a MA State run background check including a CORI and SORI.
Responsibilities:
- Formulate, plan, and lead age appropriate, safe, and enriching activities in the sport.
- Follow and uphold all policies and philosophies of Fessenden Summer Camps.
- Follow and uphold all state and local health and safety regulations and guidelines and those set by the Camp.
- Teach and guide campers, in participating successfully and appropriately in all aspects of the sport and related activities, including proper and safe use of equipment.
- Conduct initial, in-season, and end-of-season inventories, assuring appropriate supplies for activity and storage of the supplies.
- Conduct and ensure regular cleaning and checks of spaces and equipment are being performed by group staff according to health and safety protocols.
- Participate in and assist in running camp events and initiatives.
- Communicate regularly with the direct supervisor regarding concerns, updates, challenges, and successes.
- Communicate with parents about their child when necessary and appropriate.
- Set a good example for campers and coworkers in all areas, including but not limited to health and safety, accountability, fairness, organization, punctuality, following the rules, and sportsmanship.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and Director.
Job Requirements
- Available 8:30am-4:00pm, Monday – Friday for the entire program season and to attend all staff training sessions before and during program season.
- Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate health and safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Occasional lifting, bending, and climbing stairs.
- Frequent talking, listening, walking, sitting, and standing.
- At least some high activity which may include dancing, running, swimming, and jumping (amount varies by sport).
- Possess the visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to camp activity.
- Be able to lead and fully participate in the sport.
