Seasonal Assistant Education Manager
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Education / Teaching
Child Development/Support, Education Administration, Youth Development, Summer Seasonal
Who We Are:
Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nation’s premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees’ preserves, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts. Our 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 50,000 acres, including 27,000+ 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 100,000 Member households.
We encourage you to learn more about The Trustees on our website,(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
Hourly Rate:$20.00-$22.00/hour
Rates are determined based on relevant experience.
Hours per week:- May 4–May 15: 20 hours/week, Monday‑Friday mornings
- May 18–September 18: 40 hours/week, Mondays‑Fridays, 8 AM‑4 PM
Non‑exempt, Seasonal
Job Type:On‑site
Duration:May 4–September 18, 2026
Location:Edgartown, MA
What You’ll Do:As a Seasonal Assistant Education Manager and Assistant Camp Director, you and your team will help school and summer camp youth connect to the rhythms and realities of life on a working farm, learn about nutrition and cooking, grow and tend in our friendship garden, and be independent, engaged learners. Spring and fall field trips to The Farm Institute immerse K‑12 students in curriculum‑connected farm activities.
The Farm Institute’s Farm Camp creates a safe, accessible, fun, inclusive, and enriching educational environment for all campers ages 4‑13 to engage in authentic farm activities. Through daily barnyard and garden chores, projects, and games, our campers make real‑life connections that strengthen their connection to the food we eat and the land that sustains us.
The Role:As the Assistant Education Manager, you will provide leadership in all matters pertaining to camp and serve as the acting Camp Director as needed. Prior to camp, you will facilitate school field trips and work with year‑round staff to prepare materials and spaces for camp training and the season. You will be proficient in environmental and farm‑based educational activities, well versed in creating a camp culture, and be knowledgeable about child development and behavior management.
Specifically,you’ll:
- Assist in developing effective farm‑ and place‑based curriculum for all ages and topics related to The Farm Institute’s educational mission
- Assist the Education Manager/TFI Camp Director in planning educational activities, programs, and logistics to ensure a high level of youth engagement and learning at TFI’s summer camp
- Assist in scheduling, planning, and teaching K‑12 school field trips and group visits
- Assist with other TFI operations and events on an as‑needed basis, including set up and breakdown at events
- For camp:
- Assist Camp Director in managing daily camp administration, including compiling rosters and reports; attending weekly staff meetings; and coordinating group schedules.
- Communicate with camper parents/guardians regarding camp questions and camper information, in coordination with the Camp Director.
- Assist and mentor Camp Educators during their training weeks (June 8‑18) and throughout the camp season.
- Support Camp Educators with curriculum development and ensure that planned lessons are being used effectively.
- Provide leadership in the development of camp culture and safeguard the well‑being of all staff members.
- In coordination with the Camp Director and Camp Behavior Specialist, act as a primary contact for camper health and safety issues, and all camp‑related activities that require direction and/or assistance.
- Lead the Counselor in Training (CIT) program, including but not limited to conducting orientation, directing, and evaluating CITs
- Act as a Health Care Supervisor, along with the Camp Director, by coordinating and overseeing first aid and camper medications as necessary.
- Manage parent communications, registrations, and…
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