The role of a CIT is to assist the summer camp counselors in providing a safe and fun camp experience. Our CIT program is open to students 14 years old and up. CIT hours are from 8:45am to 3:30pm. There is a fee for all CITs to cover training expenses and mentorship (New CITs: $200, 2nd Year Returning CITs: $100, 3rd Year Returning CITs: $75). Applicants must be enthusiastic about camp, enjoy working with children, animals, and the natural environment.

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Responsibilities

• Interact with campers and assist Counselors with supervision of group

• Help Counselors and Senior Staff facilitate activities, hikes, games, crafts, songs, stories

• Provide one on one attention to campers who might need some extra help

• Assist with camp preparation and clean-up

• Serve as a positive role model for the campers

• Follow all CIT guidelines and expectations (read here)

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Qualifications

• Must be at least 14 years old by the week of participation as a CIT (State Requirements)

• Must have experience working with children (babysitting, tutoring, etc.)

• Willingness to get dirty and work hard in all weather (including summer heat, humidity, and rain)

• Must commit to at least two full weeks (Monday-Friday) of camp (doesn't have to be consecutive)

• Must commit to one of our mandatory training sessions. Failure to attend a training will result in no longer having the ability to be a CIT during our summer camp season.

 

To Apply:

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New CITs must submit the following documents via email to Jennifer Meikle, at JMeikle@woodcocknaturecenter.org by April 19th.

• 2023 CIT Application

• Letter of Recommendation from a non-family member

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Returning CITs must submit the following documents via email to JMeikle@woodcocknaturecenter.org by April 19th.

• Returning CIT Form

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Woodcock Nature Center is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are encouraged to apply.

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