Contract, Casual, and Seasonal Employment
About Seasonal Employment
Hale offers outdoor recreation programs for children and families! If you’re passionate about education, ready to serve as a role model, and committed to safely delivering fun experiences in the great outdoors, we’d like to hear from you.
Types of Positions
Leadership
Are you a college student, grad student, teacher, or outdoor professional? Use your expertise to supervise and mentor summer staff members across Hale’s programs. Bring your energy, creativity, and desire to guide the teams who deliver so many of our activities.
Roles and Age Requirements:
Camp Director (25+), Assistant Camp Director (22+), Unit Lead (21+), Waterfront Supervisor/Lead (18+)
Counselors
Counselors work directly with campers to support social and emotional development and create memories that last a lifetime! Whether you’re guiding campers in group activities or helping them solve problems, you’ll make a lasting impression on children’s lives.
Roles and Age Requirements:
Head Counselor (20+), Camp Counselor (16+), Office Assistant (16+), Program Assistant (16+)
Waterfront
Hale’s lifeguards, water safety instructors, and boating instructors are certified by the American Red Cross. They make safety a top priority as they inspire confidence on the water and teach valuable life skills that foster independence.
Roles and Age Requirements:
Aquatics Director (21+), Water Safety Instructor (15+), Boating Instructor (15+), Lifeguard (15+)
Beach & Boating Attendants
Beach and boating attendants welcome visitors, support program activities, and develop valuable customer service skills as they support the Family & Community Program’s waterfront operations at South Beach.
Roles and Age Requirements:
Attendant (14+)
MTB Specialists
Hale Mountain Biking Camp’s specialists support course design, manage equipment, and help campers safely progress from being novices to advanced riders who tackle features, jumps, and more.
Roles and Age Requirements:
MTB Specialist (16+)
Wilderness Specialists
Hale Adventure Camp’s specialists help plan and guide trips, manage and maintain gear, and teach campers the navigation and survival skills they need to become self-reliant explorers of the great outdoors.
Roles and Age Requirements:
Trip Leader (18+), Wilderness Specialist (16+)
Activity Specialists
Painters, musicians, archers, actors, and naturalists are all at home in Hale’s community. Grab your paintbrush, instrument, bow, or costume and share your passion with others beyond the walls of traditional classrooms.
Roles and Age Requirements:
Head Activity Specialist (20+), Activity Specialist (18+)
Facilitators
Do you enjoy building teams, climbing on high and low ropes elements, and leading games and initiatives? Spend your summer working with groups on our fields, trails, and accredited challenge courses.
Roles and Age Requirements:
Year-Round Per Diem Facilitator (18+), Summer Facilitator (18+)
Healthcare Professionals
Health and safety are top priorities at Hale. If you’re a compassionate individual who’s eager to support the health needs of our community, consider serving as a licensed nurse, EMT, or healthcare assistant.
Roles and Age Requirements:
Healthcare Supervisor (18+), Nurse (18+), Emergency Medical Technician (18+)
Buildings & Grounds
Programs would have a hard time running without the hard work of this quiet crew. From mowing lawns to maintaining facilities, it takes many hands to keep Hale’s property clean, comfortable, and beautiful.
Roles and Age Requirements:
Maintenance Staff (16+)
Frequently Asked Questions
Energy, flexibility, and reliability are key when working in our programs. Our staff members are typically involved in their school, local, or religious communities and have a passion to make the world a better place. Our staff loves working with some really cool kids, too!
We’re happy to employ 14- and 15-year-olds as Beach and Boating Attendants. This position supports Waterfront operations, so please select “Waterfront Positions” when you apply. Incoming high school students are also eligible to join Hale’s High School Volunteer Program.
Schedules differ depending on what program you are hired to work for. Camps generally operate Monday–Friday from 8 AM–4 PM, but some programs have overnights that require other hours. Summer is the busiest season at Hale, so if you choose to join our team, we ask that you commit the majority of your summer to this important work. Any time off should be requested and approved prior to the start of programs. You’ll learn more about schedules throughout the application and interview process.
We highly value our seasonal staff. Pay rates vary based on experience and certifications, but all positions are paid at least minimum wage. Seasonal staff are paid on a biweekly schedule through direct deposit.
First, one of our staff members will reach out and invite you to formally apply. Next, we’ll review your application and you’ll have an opportunity to interview with us. If you move forward, we’ll contact your references, verify your credentials and work history, and run criminal background (CORI) and sex offender (SORI) checks. We’re committed to hiring the best summer staff possible, and hope to welcome you to that community!
Yes you can! Our High School Volunteer Program is a great introduction to some of the responsibilities our staff members have.
Please contact us by phone at 781-326-1770 or by email at info@hale.education.
Hear From Our Staff
Hale offers an environment where people develop personally and professionally. From teaching a camper how to steer a mountain bike to coordinating special events, Hale provides exceptional opportunities for growth. Learn from previous and current staff members about what it’s like to work at Hale.
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We are now accepting applications for summer 2025. Please request an application or express general interest today. Interviews will be conducted and positions filled on a rolling basis.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Hale is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to a work environment in which our diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, backgrounds, and experiences are welcomed and respected.