Counselors-In-Training (CITs) gain valuable experience working with Tenafly Nature Center’s Professional Environmental Educators and children. By assisting the staff, CITs develop the skills to communicate effectively with different age groups while keeping young campers safe and entertained. CITs help to prepare, lead and clean up camp activities for our school break and summer Nature Day Camp sessions throughout the year.
Program Highlights:
Mandatory Training: June 18–19, from 1:00–4:00 pm
Camp Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm
Summer Commitment: Minimum of two weeks
Role Responsibilities: Helping prepare, lead, and clean up daily camp activities
Program Benefits: Valuable leadership and resume-building experience Community service credit Opportunities to mentor and inspire younger campers Skill development in teamwork, communication, and outdoor education
Space is limited.
After you have signed up through Bergen Volunteers, please fill out our CIT Application. You will not be considered for this position without signing up through Bergen Volunteers, AND sending in a completed application.
