Summer Camp Director, Westwood (2027)

Galileo Learning • Westwood, CA

3d • $23 - $25

About The Position

Galileo Learning is hiring an experienced leader to open and operate a Camp Galileo location serving K–8th grade campers and their families. The Camp Director acts as the site General Manager and the public face of the organization, leading a seasonal team of educators and entry-level staff to create joyful, safe environments and ensure smooth daily operations. The role focuses on exceptional camper and family experiences, program quality, creativity, customer care, curriculum, and team leadership.

The seasonal role runs March–September 2027 and has three phases. Training and preparation from March–June involve 5–15 hours per week, depending on tenure and start date; work is mostly flexible and remote, with scheduled and in-person commitments. Activities include in-person and virtual training, a Bay Area retreat, marketing events, and on-site preparation during the week before camp. Some events may occur during evenings and weekends. On-site camp operations from 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 in August–September involves up to five total remote hours for final administrative tasks and staff reviews.

Year 1 compensation includes hourly pay of $23–$25 during preseason preparation and training, a summer weekly salary of $1,500 plus $50 per week for each year of returning tenure in the role, and hourly pay of $23–$25 for postseason work. The role also offers an additional $1 per camper-week enrollment and potential commission for add-on weeks. Compensation may vary based on factors including geography and tenure. Perks include free camp for the employee’s child or children or two giftable weeks (including extended care), a 15% Friends & Family discount, and priority nomination for financial assistance for someone the employee knows.

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 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

• Open and operate a Camp Galileo location, owning the camp launch from preseason planning through end-of-summer wrap-up.
• Oversee daily camp operations, parent communication, and program delivery as both operational lead and culture builder.
• Infuse camp with joy, tradition, and creativity, and build an inclusive environment for campers, staff, and families.
• Prioritize camper safety, family trust, and program fidelity; anticipate needs, adapt quickly, and solve problems as they arise.
• Train and mentor a team of 7 to 40 educators and entry-level staff, depending on site size, and actively build team culture.
• Set clear expectations for 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 help the team turn challenges into opportunities.
• Communicate openly with the Field Program Manager, seek feedback, and put feedback into action.
• Take ownership of professional development and continue learning and improving throughout the summer.
• Serve as the primary 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.
• Attend preseason training, marketing events, and on-site preparation; complete final administrative tasks and staff reviews.

Benefits

• Free camp for the employee’s child or 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