Summer Camp Director, Alameda (2027)

Galileo Learning • Alameda, CA

5h • $1,500 • Hybrid

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 Camp Director serves as the site General Manager and public face of the organization, opening and operating the camp and leading a seasonal team of educators and entry-level staff. The role focuses on safe and joyful environments, smooth daily operations, program quality, creativity, customer care, and strong family experiences.

The Camp Director owns the camp launch from preseason planning through end-of-summer wrap-up, including daily operations, parent communication, safety, program fidelity, staffing, scheduling, payroll, training support, and performance management. They build an inclusive camp culture, train and mentor staff, set expectations, provide feedback and professional development, and represent the camp within the community. The role also involves working with families, facilities partners, cross-functional teams, and a Field Program Manager, using Galileo’s Innovation Approach to support curiosity, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.

This is a seasonal role with three phases. Training and preparation run March–June, typically 5–15 hours per week, mostly flexible and remote, with required scheduled and in-person commitments; some events may take place in evenings or on weekends. On-site camp operations run June–August, typically 7:00 AM–6:00 PM Monday–Friday, up to 50 hours per week for 5–8 weeks, depending on placement. Wrap-up work in August–September is remote and up to five hours total. Compensation includes hourly pay during preseason and postseason, a weekly salary during summer operations, and an enrollment-based bonus with potential commission for add-on weeks.

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, giving 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 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 regionally to up to three in-person preseason marketing events.
• Ability to complete all required training before camp begins.
• Ability to meet state requirements to work 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

• Bring joy, tradition, and creativity to camp and create an inclusive environment for campers, staff, and families.
• Own all aspects of the camp launch, from preseason planning through end-of-summer wrap-up.
• Oversee daily camp operations and parent communication while maintaining exceptional program quality and customer care.
• Prioritize camper safety, family trust, and program fidelity; anticipate needs, adapt, and resolve operational challenges.
• Train, mentor, schedule, and manage a staff of 7 to 40, depending on site size.
• Set clear instructional and program standards, provide ongoing feedback and professional development, and manage staff performance.
• Handle management responsibilities including training support, scheduling, and payroll.
• Use the Galileo Innovation Approach to encourage curiosity and problem-solving and help the team turn challenges into opportunities.
• Communicate with the Field Program Manager, seek feedback, and act on it; take ownership of professional development.
• Represent camp in the community and communicate proactively with families, facilities partners, and cross-functional teams.
• Complete required training and preseason marketing events, including regional travel to up to three in-person events.

Benefits

• Free camp for the employee’s child(ren) or two giftable weeks, including extended care.
• 15% Friends & Family discount.
• Priority nomination for financial assistance for someone the employee knows.
• Additional pay of $50 per week for each year of returning tenure in the role.
• Bonus of $1 per camper-week enrollment, plus potential commission for add-on weeks.

What This Job Offers

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