Summer Camp Director, North San Francisco (2027)

Galileo Learning • San Francisco, CA

3h

About The Position

Galileo Learning is hiring an experienced Camp Director to lead a Camp Galileo summer day-camp location serving K–8th grade campers and their families. The Director acts as the site General Manager and public face of the organization, leading a seasonal team of educators and entry-level staff to deliver a safe, joyful, inclusive, and high-quality camp experience. The role oversees the camp from preseason launch planning through summer operations and end-of-season wrap-up, with responsibility for daily operations, family communication, curriculum and program quality, customer care, and team leadership.

The seasonal role is organized into three phases. During training and preparation, the Director works 5–15 hours per week, mostly flexibly and remotely, with required scheduled and in-person commitments. These include training, a Bay Area retreat, marketing events, and on-site camp preparation; some events may occur in evenings or on weekends. During camp season, the Director works on-site Monday through Friday, typically between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM, up to 50 hours per week for 5–8 weeks depending on placement. The wrap-up phase involves up to five total remote hours for final administrative tasks and staff reviews.

Year-one compensation includes hourly pay of $23–$25 during preseason and postseason work, and a weekly salary of $1,600 during summer operations, plus $50 per week for each year of returning tenure in the role. The posting also describes an additional $1 per camper-week enrollment and potential commission for add-on weeks. Perks include free camp for the employee’s children or two giftable weeks, including extended care; a 15% Friends & Family discount; and priority nomination for financial assistance for someone the employee knows. Compensation may vary based on factors including geography and tenure.

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 to improve.
• Demonstrated ability to manage operational details such as scheduling, staffing, and payroll.
• Ability to remain 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 in 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 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

• Lead the launch and operation of a Camp Galileo location, from preseason planning through end-of-summer wrap-up.
• Create a joyful, creative, safe, and inclusive environment for campers, staff, and families.
• Oversee daily camp operations, parent communication, program quality, customer care, and curriculum delivery.
• Prioritize camper safety, family trust, and program fidelity; anticipate needs and resolve operational challenges.
• Train and mentor a site team of 7 to 40 educators and entry-level staff, depending on site size, and build a strong team culture.
• Set clear expectations for instructional and program standards, provide ongoing feedback, and support staff professional development.
• Manage staff training support, scheduling, payroll, and 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 it into action.
• Take ownership of personal professional development throughout the summer.
• Serve as the primary public face of camp in the community and 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.
• Complete preseason training and preparation, including required training, marketing events, and on-site preparation.
• Complete postseason administrative tasks and staff reviews.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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