Games and Team Building Instructor
Who We Are
Snipes Farm Day Camp sits on 80 beautiful acres of a 7-generation, USDA certified organic
farm and is a part of the 501c3 nonprofit of Snipes Farm and Education Center. It is a vibrant
place to spend a summer with the activity and energy of a working farm with nature all around.
Snipes Farm Day Camp has served children and youth for 15 years.
Farm Camp is a perfect fit for anyone preparing for or currently working in a career in education
or social work seeking to gain experience in cultivating confidence, curiosity and compassion in
the lives of young people. Staff share wisdom, energy, whimsy and hobbies with campers and
also grow new skills through professional development and mentoring. All the nooks and
crannies of the farm with creeks, gardens, the meadow, and orchard are amazing places for
learning and discovery. Campers gain life skills as they tend a garden, care for animals and
harvest berries, fresh veggies and herbs to make farm fresh recipes. Weekly themes, art,
games and science bring the learning alive. Lasting friendships are made, and a special
community is built together with staff, campers, and families through summer adventures on a
farm.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Snipes Farm Day Camp runs for 8 weeks: June 19- August 11, 2023
A required staff training: June 12-16, 2023
All-hands Camp Put-Away (required): August 14 and 15
Part-time opportunities may be available
FARM CAMP GAMES AND TEAM BUILDING INSTRUCTOR
· Plan and facilitate several daily 45-minute blocks of games and team building activities for a
group of 15-20 campers ages 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-2 or 13-15.
-Include in the program: cooperative games, team building, name games, leadership skills
development, silly games, strategy games, tag games, games from around the world, games for
younger and older campers, games with combined ages, games with the whole camp and some
traditional sports such as soccer or kick ball.
-Become one of several certified archery instructors and provide lessons to camper groups
-Lend support at arrival and dismissal and some lunch times with groups
· Maintain an environment of emotional and physical safety
· Help to maintain a pleasant, safe, and tidy campus
· Model compassion, curiosity, and enthusiasm!
Any of these skills or interests are essential:
● A love of the outdoors
● An interest in children’s social, emotional, and educational development
● Social work/ special needs support
● Enthusiasm and a love of fun
Work hours: M-F; 7:30am-4:00pm
REQUIRED
Must be over the age of 18
Two years or more of direct children’s program instruction
Work references
Current PA Child Safety Clearances:
● Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance.
● Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Clearance.
● Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal History Clearance. (required for all
employees and some volunteers)
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Snipes Farm Day Camp sits on 80 beautiful acres of a 7-generation, USDA certified organic
farm and is a part of the 501c3 nonprofit of Snipes Farm and Education Center. It is a vibrant
place to spend a summer with the activity and energy of a working farm with nature all around.
Snipes Farm Day Camp has served children and youth for 15 years.
Farm Camp is a perfect fit for anyone preparing for or currently working in a career in education
or social work seeking to gain experience in cultivating confidence, curiosity and compassion in
the lives of young people. Staff share wisdom, energy, whimsy and hobbies with campers and
also grow new skills through professional development and mentoring. All the nooks and
crannies of the farm with creeks, gardens, the meadow, and orchard are amazing places for
learning and discovery. Campers gain life skills as they tend a garden, care for animals and
harvest berries, fresh veggies and herbs to make farm fresh recipes. Weekly themes, art,
games and science bring the learning alive. Lasting friendships are made, and a special
community is built together with staff, campers, and families through summer adventures on a
farm.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Snipes Farm Day Camp runs for 8 weeks: June 19- August 11, 2023
A required staff training: June 12-16, 2023
All-hands Camp Put-Away (required): August 14 and 15
Part-time opportunities may be available
FARM CAMP GAMES AND TEAM BUILDING INSTRUCTOR
· Plan and facilitate several daily 45-minute blocks of games and team building activities for a
group of 15-20 campers ages 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-2 or 13-15.
-Include in the program: cooperative games, team building, name games, leadership skills
development, silly games, strategy games, tag games, games from around the world, games for
younger and older campers, games with combined ages, games with the whole camp and some
traditional sports such as soccer or kick ball.
-Become one of several certified archery instructors and provide lessons to camper groups
-Lend support at arrival and dismissal and some lunch times with groups
· Maintain an environment of emotional and physical safety
· Help to maintain a pleasant, safe, and tidy campus
· Model compassion, curiosity, and enthusiasm!
Any of these skills or interests are essential:
● A love of the outdoors
● An interest in children’s social, emotional, and educational development
● Social work/ special needs support
● Enthusiasm and a love of fun
Work hours: M-F; 7:30am-4:00pm
REQUIRED
Must be over the age of 18
Two years or more of direct children’s program instruction
Work references
Current PA Child Safety Clearances:
● Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance.
● Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Clearance.
● Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal History Clearance. (required for all
employees and some volunteers)
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
