Thank you for your interest in working at Tenacre Day Camp! The day camp is coeducational, whenever possible. The camp offers 2, 4, 6, and 8-week employment opportunities and hires approximately 130 seasonal staff members each summer. Tenacre Day Camp is located in Wellesley, Massachusetts at the Tenacre Country Day School, a private PreK-6 grade school facility with ten acres of land.
At camp, we create positive experiences for campers, and keep everyone safe with low camper to staff ratios. We hire outstanding individuals that are teaching professionals, college students and others who have enthusiasm and experience working with children. Our staff is selected as positive role models and each year a high rate of staff return, which provides strong leadership. We encourage you to browse our website and on-line brochure to learn more about the camp.
If you have questions or would like further information, please contact:
Libby Fitzgerald by email or call 781- 235-3238 x241.
Download Staff Application Forms
View 2008 Job Postings
Camp Dates
Sign Up for Tenacre's Water Safety Instructor Course (WSI)
To Apply
We hope you will consider applying to work at Tenacre Day Camp. In order to apply for the 2008 summer season, please fill out the following forms:
(The forms are located at the very bottom of this page.)
1. STAFF APPLICATION (please feel free to attach a resume)
2. CORI (Criminal Offender Background Check with Juvenile Records)
3. SORI (Sex Offender Background Check)
Please submit the forms by means of mail or fax. Massachusetts law requires camps to run background checks on each staff person. If you prefer, contact the camp office at (781) 235-3238 to have the staff information and application packet mailed to your address.
MAIL TO:
Tenacre Day Camp
80 Benvenue Street
Wellesley, MA 02482
FAX TO:
781-237-5825
EMAIL TO:
staff@tenacrecamps.com
If your qualifications meet our needs, we will contact you to schedule a face-to-face interview, at which time you must present a government issued photo ID with address (Driver’s License).
THE CAMP DOES NOT CONDUCT TELEPHONE INTERVIEWS. Completed health forms and recommendation forms will be necessary after the interview. If you need more information in regards to the camp, position(s), or the application procedures, please do not hesitate to call us at
(781)235-3238.
Background Checks
Tenacre Day Camp is required by Massachusetts law to submit and receive-back a CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information with Juvenile records) and SORI (Sexual Offender Registry Inquiry) on each staff person prior to hiring the individual. The CORI and SORI forms require an individual to present a CURRENT government issued photo ID with address (Driver’s License) STUDENT ID’S ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.
Staff Appreciation
The foundation of our success is the quality of our staff. During the summer, staff is treated to special staff lunches each summer and an end-of-camp staff cruise aboard Boston Harbor Cruises, complete with DJ, music and a catered dinner.
Camp Dates
The camp season is 8 weeks long from June 23 until August 15, 2008.Session 1 June 23 – July 3
Session 2 July 7 – July 18
Session 3 July 21 – August 1
Session 4 August 4 – August 15
Staff Training Dates
Four days of Staff training are provided in the week prior to the start of camp. Attendance is required.
Other Important Dates
Camp Open House (11pm-3pm)
Sunday, June 22
First Day of Camp
Monday, June 23
CAMP CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
Friday, July 4
Family Picnic 1 (6 pm-8 pm)
Wednesday, July 9
RAIN DATE on Thursday, July 10
Family Picnic 2 (6 pm-8 pm)
Wednesday, July 23
RAIN DATE on Thursday, July 24
Staff Boat Cruise (7 pm-10:30 pm)
Wednesday, August 13
Last Day of Camp
(Campers leave at 12:30pm)
Friday, August 15
Duration of Employment
The majority of the camp’s positions are for 6 or 8 weeks. And, with the exception of Activity Heads, we also hire some staff for 2 to 4 weeks.
Programs
Tenacre Day Camp offers the following programs:
4&5 Camp
Children ages 4 and 5
Hours: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 8 am – 4 pm
Tuesdays, Thursdays 8 am – 1 pm PLUS Extended Afternoon until 4 pm
Full Day Camp
Children ages 5 to 12.6
Hours: Mondays thru Fridays 8 am – 4 pm
AFTERCAMP
Childcare is offered until 6:00 p.m.
There are positions for about 6-8 persons.
Working this program is optional.
2008 Job Postings
ABA-Trained Counselor(Applicants must have a background in the field of behavioral education, a minimum of a college bachelor's degree, and training in ABA or equivalent experience.)
Supervise all camp counselors in the management of challenging camper behavior. Create and implement behavioral interventions to address challenging camper behavior. Work collaboratively with the 4 & 5 Camp Director, and the Full Day Camp Directors.
4 & 5 CAMP GENERAL COUNSELORS
(age 18+ with at least a high school diploma)
Three counselors work together with one head counselor to supervise a group of 15 to 20 campers that are 4 or 5 years of age. Counselors and Head Counselors actively participate with campers in all activities.
4 & 5 CAMP HEAD COUNSELORS
(college graduates)
Applicant must have background in early childhood development, college degree or equivalent life experience. The head counselor works together with the general counselors to supervise a group of 15 to 20 campers that are 4 or 5 years of age. Head Counselors actively participate with campers in all activities. Head Counselors will be responsible for the Tuesday & Thursday Extended Afternoon program through 3:15 p.m. dismissal.
FULL DAY CAMP GENERAL COUNSELORS
(age 18 with one year of college or 19+ with college experience or college graduates)
Three to four counselors work together as a team to supervise a group of 15 to 20 campers that are grouped by age and grade (entering Kindergarten – 6th grade). Counselors actively participate with campers in all activities.
LIFEGUARDS/SWIM INSTRUCTORS
8 week positions
(19+ with college experience or college graduates)
(LGT certification required & LGT/WSI certification preferred)
Teach small group swim lessons each morning following the Red Cross Swim Levels program. Guard in the afternoon. The two in-ground Pools are heated. Appropriate clothing on the pool deck includes only red/orange one-piece bathing suits. All apparel MUST meet Commonwealth requirements.
ATTENTION: If you are interested, and have previous experience teaching swim lessons, please inquire about employment opportunities at the TENACRE PRE-CAMP SWIM LESSON PROGRAM. The program will run for the three weeks prior to camp opening: June 2 – June 6; June 9-June 13; June 16- June 20.
ACTIVITY HEADS
(college graduates – 8 week positions)
Applicants should have some background in childhood development, college degree or equivalent life experience.
Music (2-4 weeks)
Theater Arts
Ropes Course/Climbing Wall (on-site training provided)
Arts & Crafts
Salary Bonus
Activity Heads, Counselors, Lifeguards, Lifeguards w/WSI and Head Counselors hired for 8 weeks are eligible for a $300 bonus. The bonus is earned by complete, on-time attendance for all 8 weeks.
Paperwork Checklist for Hired Staff
Once the interview process is complete, and an individual has been hired, Tenacre Day Camp will then create an employee file. Before an employee begins work, the file must include the following completed paperwork. Most forms are available & downloadable at the bottom of this page.
(Staff Application form & CORI & SORI forms previously submitted)
_________________________________________
Health History
Physician’s Form
(within 24 months and must include immunization records)
Emergency Information Card
I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification
2 forms of identification
(copy of driver’s license, passport, birth certificate, etc.)
3 personal recommendation forms
(These 3 forms are provided by the Camp)
Disclosure Form
Seasonal Employment Form
Employee Signed Contract (not available online)
W4 Form
Sexual Harassment Policy
Copies of Applicable Certifications (i.e. LGT/WSI cards)
Staff Manual signed acknowledgement
(Handed out during staff training) _________________________________________
Water Safety Instructor Course
(WSI Certification)
This course is offered to both Tenacre staff and non-Tenacre staff. Minimum of age 16 by end of course. This Instructor Course provides training to teach courses in the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety Program. May 27 - June 1
Wednesday, May 28 3pm - 8:30pm
Thursday, May 29 3pm - 8:30pm
Friday, May 30 3pm - 8:30pm
Saturday, May 31 8am - 4pm
Sunday, June 1 8am - 4pm
The course will be offered at the Tenacre Country Day School Campus / 78-80 Benvenue Street / Heated Pools / If you or a friend would like to take this course, please contact Libby Fitzgerald at 781-235-3238 x241. The course is taught by a Red Cross certified instructor.
For more information, please contact the Camp Office at 781- 235-3238 or email staff@tenacrecamps.com. We will be happy to assist you!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Tenacre Day Camp considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any non-job related physical or mental disability.
