Garden Education Intern (Rainbow Day Camp)

Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center•Fox Point, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Albert and Ann Deshur JCC Rainbow Day Camp is an inclusive summer camp, guided by Jewish values, for children and teens that fosters personal development, friendship and community. Led by experienced and nurturing staff on over 100 picturesque acres, campers safely play and learn through a variety of enriching activities and innovative programs. We are looking for a motivated person passionate about gardening, food, and education to be involved in all aspects of our camp garden. Our camp gardening program consists of outdoor gardens, three-seasons hoophouse, year-round greenhouse, indoor hydroponics, and an adult vocational program (Bonim Farms). Camp Dates: Staff Orientation: June 8-12, 2026 Camp Dates: June 15 – August 14, 2026 additional nights and weekends may be added as summer approaches NOTE: This position could start as early as May and continue through September

Requirements

Must be at least 18-years old
Upon hire, completion of provided First Aid and CPR certification.
Ability to lead, plan, organize, and implement program activities.
Ability to work as a member of a team and the ability to accomplish tasks with little direct supervision.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Willingness to have fun and encourage community at camp.
High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Nice To Haves

One year of education classes or experience in camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children, or in a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Working independently
Assist in planting, successional planting, seed starting
Garden Maintenance: weeding, pest control, watering, bed preparation, mulching, proper tool storage and care, maintaining hydroponics (nutrients, pH, water levels)
Harvesting: timely picking, washing, packaging, labeling, weighing, and recording produce
Garden Programing: instruct and engage grade school-aged youth in organic gardening and healthy eating. Program topics include, but are not limited to plant parts, compost, vermicompost, photosynthesis, water cycle, plant life cycle and structure, awareness of food and farms, nutrition, and garden to table
Maintain garden supplies and equipment inventory
Ensure that the site is kept clean, organized, and free of litter.
Communicate with camp director about participant’s experiences (positive and negative).
Ability to contribute to the Rainbow Day Camp team through spirit, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn.
Develop an appropriate counselor/camper relationship with every camper.
Be a quality role model for children.
Be able to encourage, support, and set limits for children.
Know and understand ALL emergency procedures associated with the camp program.
Know, enforce, and follow all safety guidelines associated with the camp and all program areas. This includes but is not limited to being responsible for your campers’ safety and their whereabouts at all times.
Participation in activities such as spirit days, camp programs, and songs.
Position requires all staff members to actively work outdoors in warm weather conditions, including sun exposure, for most of the camp day.

Benefits

JCC Membership: Every active staff member receives full JCC membership at no cost, which includes member access to our state-of-the-art fitness and aquatics facility in Whitefish Bay.
JCC Program Discounts: Employees receive significant discounts on virtually all programs offered at the JCC and are actively encouraged to participate in our early education, wellness, camping, cultural, and enrichment programs.

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