Summer Camp Director, Fremont (2027)

Galileo Learning • Fremont, CA

4h • $23 - $25 • Hybrid

About The Position

Galileo Learning is seeking an experienced leader to direct a Camp Galileo location serving K–8th grade campers and their families. The Camp Director serves as the site General Manager and public face of the organization, leading a seasonal team of educators and entry-level staff to create a safe, joyful, inclusive environment and deliver high-quality programming and customer care.

The role owns the camp’s launch and operations from preseason planning through end-of-summer wrap-up. It includes responsibility for program quality, safety, family communication, community partnerships, staff training and development, scheduling, payroll, and performance management. The Director uses Galileo’s Innovation Approach to foster creativity and problem-solving, responds calmly to changing circumstances, and works with the Field Program Manager to act on feedback.

This seasonal position runs March–September 2027 and has three phases. Training and preparation (March–June) involve 5–15 hours per week, mostly flexible and remote, with scheduled and in-person commitments; some events may occur evenings or weekends. On-site camp operations (June–August) typically run Monday–Friday, between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM, for up to 50 hours per week over 5–8 weeks, depending on placement. Wrap-up (August–September) includes up to five total remote hours for administrative tasks and staff reviews.

Compensation is described as a Year 1 estimate: preseason and postseason hourly pay of $23–$25, and a summer weekly salary of $1,500 plus $50 per week for each year of returning tenure in the role. The position also offers $1 per camper-week enrollment and potential commission for add-on weeks. Compensation may vary based on factors including geography and tenure.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience working directly with students in an education setting, such as out-of-school time, teaching, education administration, camps, or recreation.
• At least 1 year of experience managing or supervising adult staff.
• Experience creating safe, inclusive environments for children and building trust with families.
• Experience setting clear expectations, providing ongoing feedback, and coaching staff to improve.
• Demonstrated ability to manage operational details such as scheduling, staffing, and payroll.
• Ability to stay calm and make sound decisions in fast-paced situations, including safety issues and challenging conversations with families.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with families, partners, and supervisors.
• Availability for part-time remote work starting February 2026 and full-time on-site work starting June 2026; dates vary by location.
• Willingness to travel within the region to up to three in-person preseason marketing events.
• Ability to complete all required training before camp begins.
• Ability to meet state requirements for working with children, including mandated screenings and Adult & Child First Aid/CPR/AED certification.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with hands-on, project-based learning, such as STEAM, art, design, or maker programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the launch and operation of a Camp Galileo location, from preseason planning through end-of-summer wrap-up.
• Create a joyful, creative, inclusive camp environment where campers, staff, and families feel seen and supported.
• Oversee daily camp operations, program quality, parent communication, and customer care.
• Prioritize camper safety, family trust, and program fidelity; anticipate needs and adapt to problems as they arise.
• Train and mentor a team of 7 to 40 staff members, including educators and entry-level staff, and build a strong team culture.
• Set clear expectations for instructional and program standards; provide ongoing feedback and professional development.
• Manage training support, staff scheduling, payroll, and ongoing performance management.
• Use the Galileo Innovation Approach to encourage curiosity and problem-solving and help the team turn challenges into opportunities.
• Communicate openly with the Field Program Manager, seek feedback, and put feedback into action.
• Take ownership of personal professional development throughout the summer.
• Serve as the primary face of camp in the community and communicate proactively with families, facilities partners, and cross-functional teams.
• Build trust and collaborate with the Field Program Manager, community partners, staff, and campers.
• Complete preseason training and preparation, on-site summer operations, and remote postseason administrative tasks and staff reviews.

Benefits

• Free camp for the employee’s child or children, or two giftable camp weeks, including extended care.
• 15% Friends & Family discount.
• Priority nomination for financial assistance for someone the employee knows.
• Additional pay of $1 per camper-week enrollment and potential commission for add-on weeks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed