Camp Matoaka
Camp Matoaka
Currently recruiting for the season from June 14th, 2026 to August 13th, 2026.
Camp Matoaka is a premier girls’ overnight camp on a beautiful lake in Maine. Campers range in age from 7-15 and come from across the country. Every summer, Camp Matoaka brings together a team of mature, fun, spirited, energetic, and dedicated staff to provide our campers with unforgettable summers!
Situated on 150 acres of flat grassy playing fields, woodlands and lakefront, Matoaka's facility is top notch!
- Location
- Maine
- Season
- Summer
- Staff size
- 150
- Housing
- Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
- Housing details
- Activity Instructors/Bunk Counselors live in cabins with campers throughout the summer.
- Family housing available
- No
- Pet friendly
- No
- Meals
- Provided
- Cell phone service
- Yes, most carriers
- Internet access
- Good
About Camp Matoaka
One of the mantras at camp is that it is not our similarities that define who we are, but our differences. This is why our focus each summer is on community. Each staff member we hire brings a different and unique perspective to camp and to our Matoaka family. It is that special and distinctive quality which only you possess that makes Matoaka – One Great Place.
We clearly want our campers to shine throughout the summer and to have those moments of pure joy and happiness, and meaningful connection. But to be honest, we want those moments for all our staff as well. Because it is important for all us to find those moments of happiness and connection, and to be supported with encouragement and understanding. This is why Camp Matoaka focuses on building an inclusive environment. Our goal is to create a place where both campers and our staff can grow and learn from each other to find their best self.
From the moment our campers were driven down the dirt road in 1951 and laid their eyes on the pink cabins they have affectionately referred to their experience as ‘Matoaka Magic’, and that feeling never leaves you.
Isn’t it about time to experience some magic yourself? We promise you one thing, a summer at Matoaka will be unlike anything you’ve ever imagined!
Room and Board
All staff (except leadership staff) live with campers in cabins. The cabins are modern with electricity and indoor bathrooms. Daily shower towel service and weekly laundry service is provided for all staff.
And, don't forget the amazing camp food (including a chef for specialty diets)!
Employee Perks
Competitive salary package includes housing, meals, wifi, laundry service, staff clothing, travel stipend, camp vehicles, and staff activities during time off! (Not to mention, tons of fun!)
Getting Here and Getting Around
We provide a travel stipend for travel to and from Maine and offer airport pick-ups from surrounding airports! While at camp, staff are welcome to use our camp vans to get around town during time off and days off. You can also sign up for our camp-sponsored activities on days off, like white-water rafting!
Current Job Openings
Waterfront Instructor / Bunk Counselor
Waterski, Wakeboard and Fishing!
Our Waterfront programs provide campers with instruction and experience in waterski, wakeboard, swim, sailing, kayak, fishing, and windsurfing. Campers receive instruction in the relevant skills and techniques, all while having fun in our beautiful lake. Instruction is provided for girls of all ages and experiences. We provide instruction to small groups of campers organized according to age and skill level.
Athletics Coach / Bunk Counselor
Lacrosse and Tennis Instructors!
Our Athletics program provides campers with instruction in the relevant rules, skills, competition techniques, and strategies. Playing experience is provided for girls of all ages. Campers can play in daily games and activities or on our elective inter-camp sports teams. And, this summer, we're introducing our brand new Bowling Alley, Lakeside Lanes!
Arts Instructor / Bunk Counselor
Ceramics, Metal Jewelry and Stained Glass!
Campers at Matoaka are encouraged to work with a wide variety of media to produce various arts and crafts projects that encourage self-confidence and improve skill coordination. Each instructor in the department is skilled in design, each offering different expertise. It is important to encourage the girls to pursue challenging, creative ideas in order to build on artistic talents that all children possess. The girls work on numerous projects during the summer, including techniques drawing, painting, sculpting, jewelry, mosaic, stained glass, collage, printmaking, and tie dying.
Contact Info
- Molly van Bragt
- molly.vanbragt@matoaka.com
- (775) 762-3386
- www.matoaka.com
