Summer Camp Director, Burien (2027)

Galileo Learning • Burien, WA

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About The Position

Galileo Learning is hiring an experienced Camp Director to lead a Camp Galileo summer day camp for K–8th grade students in Burien. The Camp Director serves as the site General Manager and public face of the organization, overseeing the camp’s launch and operation while creating a joyful, safe, inclusive environment and delivering a high-quality experience for campers, families, and staff.

The role includes leading a seasonal team of 7 to 40 educators and entry-level staff, maintaining program quality and safety, managing daily operations and family communications, and building strong relationships with community and facilities partners. The Director uses the Galileo Innovation Approach to foster curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving, and works with a Field Program Manager to incorporate feedback and improve.

This seasonal position runs from March through September 2027, with flexible, mostly remote part-time training and preparation, full-time on-site camp operations during the summer, and a short remote wrap-up period. The schedule and dates vary by hire date and camp placement. Compensation includes hourly pay during preseason and postseason, a weekly salary during camp operations, and enrollment-based bonus pay. Perks include free camp for the Director’s child or two giftable camp weeks, a Friends & Family discount, and priority nomination for financial assistance.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience working directly with students in an educational 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.
• 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 with families, partners, and supervisors.
• Availability for part-time remote work starting in February 2026 and full-time on-site work starting in June 2026; dates vary by location.
• Willingness to travel regionally 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 required 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

• Infuse camp with joy, tradition, and creativity.
• Build an inclusive environment where campers, staff, and families feel seen, supported, and inspired.
• Own the camp launch from preseason planning through end-of-summer wrap-up.
• Oversee daily camp operations and parent communication while delivering a high-quality program.
• Prioritize camper safety, family trust, and program fidelity.
• Anticipate needs, adapt quickly, and solve problems to keep camp running smoothly.
• Train and mentor a team of 7 to 40 educators and entry-level staff and build team culture.
• Set clear instructional and program standards, provide ongoing feedback, and support professional development.
• Manage training support, scheduling, payroll, and ongoing staff performance.
• Use the Galileo Innovation Approach to encourage curiosity and problem-solving and align camp operations with Galileo’s mission.
• Communicate openly with the Field Program Manager, seek feedback, and act on it.
• Take ownership of personal professional development throughout the summer.
• Serve as the primary face of camp in the community.
• Communicate proactively with families, facilities partners, and cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with the Field Program Manager and build trust with community partners, staff, and campers.

Benefits

• Free camp for the employee’s child or two giftable 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, plus potential commission for add-on weeks.

What This Job Offers

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