Tanglewood Positions

We are excited to meet you!

Are you looking for a work experience that combines education and the outdoors? Consider joining the team at Tanglewood 4-H Learning Center. Here you’ll lead youth in environmental education, outdoor skills, creative arts, and community building. You’ll gain real-world experience in problem-solving and team work, build leadership skills, and make lasting memories all while working in one of Maine’s most beautiful outdoor classrooms.

Please email one of the following folks if you’d like to learn more.

To apply

As we get our positions updated for the 2027 season, you can begin your application process by filling out our employment inquiry form. By late Winter 2026, each job posting will take you to the Oracle site where you read more about the specifics of each position and choose which may be the best fit for you.

  • If you are in high school or will be taking 9 or more college credits at any university during the Fall of 2027, please apply through our employment inquiry form.
  • If you are not a student, use the apply button at the bottom of the job description in Oracle (this will take you to the Oracle platform).
  • Note, we are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Three-Season Positions: April to Late October

Outdoor Educator

Outdoor Educators lead and support environmental and outdoor learning programs for youth attending our sites with their classroom/school. These programs match each schools individual academic goals with our core Earth Connections curriculum. The role combines teaching, adventure, and leadership to help students explore nature, develop confidence, and strengthen teamwork skills in a supportive outdoor setting. Staff opting to work for the full term (Spring, Summer, and Fall) are matched with a summer role that best suits each individual. 

  • Full-time position, April 20-October 29, 2027 (28 weeks)
  • Stipend is $TBD for 28 weeks, including paid training, paid in bi-weekly installments.
  • We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Read the full description and apply to be an Outdoor Educator.

Staff Coordinator/Lead Educator

As the Staff Coordinator/Lead Educator at Tanglewood, your role is pivotal in ensuring the success of diverse programs through mentoring and modeling of best practices and ways of being. Collaborating closely with the Director and program leadership team, you’ll assist in teaching, planning, executing, and evaluating programs. You will serve as a mentor for staff, providing support in program delivery, supervision, and feedback. The Staff Coordinator/Lead Educator supports the intangible magic of Tanglewood, blending education, engagement, and fun creatively across all program seasons. You have a deep appreciation for immersive educational experiences and are committed to creating life-changing experiences for participants and staff.  You will reside on-site throughout the seasons, with structured time off each week. You will serve as the Director on Duty during times when the Director is off grounds, sharing overnight responsibilities with the leadership team.

  • Full-time, temporary position, April 5-October 29, 2027 (30 weeks)
  • Stipend is $TBD for 30 weeks, including paid training, paid in bi-weekly installments
  • We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Read the full description and apply to be the Staff Coordinator/Lead Educator

Lead Cook

Multiple lead cooks work as a team and with the director in ordering food, creating schedules, and ensuring the kitchen is kept at Maine State health code standards. You will be responsible for preparing 1-2 meals per day for the camp community. April-May and September-October are flexible schedules where not all weeks will have meal service. June-August follows a fixed schedule; an individual may opt to work up to two shifts (or meals): 5:00-9:30 a.m. (breakfast), 9:00-2:00 p.m. (lunch), and 3:00-8:00 p.m. (dinner). Some weekend work is required. The position pays overtime when accrued outside of the typical fixed schedule; however, we strive to keep to the fixed schedule during the summer months.

  • Part-time, temporary position, April-October 2027
  • Salary is $22.08-$23.31/hour based on experience, paid in bi-weekly installments.
  • We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Read the full description and apply to be a Head Cook at Tanglewood

Facilities and Maintenance

Your position will be based at Tanglewood in Lincolnville, Maine. Your day-to-day work will involve active indoor and outdoor tasks with opportunities to learn and develop practical skills related to facility upkeep and maintenance. Tasks include grounds keeping, janitorial, minor maintenance, and other duties as assigned.

  • Part-time, 32 hours per week, April 20-October 29, 2027, 28 weeks, includes on-the-job training
  • Stipend range $TBD per hour, paid in bi-weekly installments
  • We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Read the full description and apply for Facilities Worker

Assistant Cook

Your position will be based at the Tanglewood 4-H Camp and Learning Center in Lincolnville, Maine. Kitchen assistants work closely with the Lead Cooks to ensure the dietary needs of everyone at camp are met, supporting with food prep and dishwashing tasks. June-August follows a fixed schedule; an individual may opt to work up to two shifts (or meals): 5:00-9:30 a.m. (breakfast), 9:00-2:00 p.m. (lunch), and 3:00-8:00 p.m. (dinner). Some weekend work is required. Position pays overtime when accrued outside of the typical fixed schedule.

  • Part-Time, various shift options, seasonal (May-October)
  • Salary is $16.51-$20.28 per hour, 25-35 hours per week when meal service is required, paid in bi-weekly installments.
  • We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Read the full description and apply to be an Assistant Cook

Summer Positions, June-August

Overnight Summer Camp Counselor (Level 1 and 2)

Overnight Camp Counselors are responsible for fostering a supportive, inclusive, and respectful living environment for campers, prioritizing their safety, enjoyment, and personal growth. This role requires counselors to model positive community living and guide campers in learning to live responsibly and sustainably. You’ll live in a cabin with a co-leader and up to 8 campers of a similar age group. We have three levels of Overnight Camp Counselors with different requirements and responsibilities for each level. The director works with you to find the best role for you. 

  • Full-Time, Temporary, June 13 or June 20 to August 20, 2027
  • Stipend range is $TBD for 9-10 weeks, including paid training, paid in bi-weekly installments.
  • We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Read the full description and apply to be an Overnight Camp Counselor

Trip Leader and Leadership Educator (Level 3 Overnight Camp Counselor)

As a Trips and Leadership Educator, you play an integral role in leading outdoor leadership programs for teenagers in programs lasting 2-3 weeks. Each program session includes guiding them through 3-8 day trips including camping, hiking, and canoeing adventures. You will participate in a comprehensive training to hone your practical skills, after which you’ll co-lead multiple-week sessions focused on essential leadership skills such as communication, team-building, and outdoor safety. Your responsibilities will include planning and implementing engaging lessons for in-camp and out-of-camp time, supervising campers for their safety and well-being, planning and preparing meals for trips, and driving 12-passenger vans to various program sites, all while modeling positive behavior and environmental stewardship. 

  • Full-Time, Temporary, June 13  to August 20, 2027
  • Stipend range of $TBD for about 10 weeks, including paid training, paid in bi-weekly installments.
  • We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Read the full description and apply to be a Trip Leader

Day Summer Camp Counselor (Levels 1-3)

Day Camp Counselors play a vital role in creating an engaging camp experience by actively interacting with campers throughout daily activities, lessons, meals, and playtime. Day Camp Staff work as a team with a lead educator to engage with and facilitate both structured and unstructured activities during the daytime. We have three levels of Day Camp Counselors, each with different responsibilities and requirements. The director works with you to determine the right fit for you. 

Day Camp Counselors live on-site with meals and housing provided, but do not have overnight responsibilities unless support is needed. 

  • Full-Time, Temporary, June 20 to August 20, 2027
  • Stipend range $TBD for 9 weeks, commensurate with experience, including 1 week of paid training, paid in bi-weekly installments.
  • We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Read the full description and apply to be a Day Camp Counselor

Program Coordinator-Health Care Provider

This position’s essential duties are to work closely with the Director and camp administration to ensure a successful summer program for both counselors and campers. Each week will vary in duties and intensity depending on which programs are in camp, medical needs of the campers and staff, and where support is needed. As a staff support team member, you will play a crucial role in mentoring best practices for maintaining the health and wellness of the entire camp community. You are the first responder in the event of a health care emergency, regardless of time or place, with a team of trained staff to support you when necessary. Time management and the ability to work independently at times are necessary. You will reside on-site throughout the season, with structured time off each week.

  • Full-Time, Temporary, June 13 to August 20, 2027
  • Stipend range $TBD for about 10 weeks, including paid training, paid in bi-weekly installments
  • We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Read the full description and apply to be the Health Care Provider