Summer Camp Director, Claremont (2027)

Galileo Learning • Claremont, CA

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About The Position

Galileo Learning is hiring an experienced leader to direct a Camp Galileo summer location serving K–8th grade campers and their families. The Camp Director serves as the site’s general manager and public face, leading a seasonal team of educators and entry-level staff to create a joyful, safe environment and ensure smooth daily operations. The role focuses on high-quality programming, creativity, customer care, and strong team leadership.

The Camp Director owns the camp launch from preseason planning through end-of-summer wrap-up. Responsibilities span daily operations, family communication, safety, program quality, staff training and management, and partnerships within the community. The director uses Galileo’s Innovation Approach to encourage curiosity, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, while seeking feedback and supporting their own professional development.

This is a seasonal role running March–September 2027, with three phases. Training and preparation from March through June involve 5–15 hours per week, mostly flexible and remote, with required scheduled and in-person commitments, including training, a Bay Area retreat, marketing events, and on-site preparation. Some events may be in the evenings or on weekends. On-site camp operations from June through August typically run Monday–Friday between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM, up to 50 hours per week for 5–8 weeks, depending on placement. The August–September wrap-up involves up to five total remote hours for administrative tasks and staff reviews.

Year-one compensation includes hourly pay of $23–$25 for 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 wrap-up. The role also offers an additional $1 per camper-week enrollment and potential commission for add-on weeks. Compensation may vary based on geography and tenure. Perks include free camp for the director’s child or children or two giftable weeks, including extended care; a 15% Friends & Family discount; and priority nomination for financial assistance for someone they know.

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 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 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

• Infuse camp with joy, tradition, and creativity, and build an inclusive environment for campers, staff, and families.
• Own camp launch and operations 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 and adapt to operational challenges.
• Train and mentor a team of 7 to 40 educators and entry-level staff, and actively 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 team culture and operations with the organization’s mission.
• Communicate with the Field Program Manager, seek feedback, and act on it; take ownership of personal professional development.
• Represent camp in the community and communicate proactively with families, facility 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, on-site summer operations, and postseason administrative tasks and staff reviews.

Benefits

• Free camp for the director’s child or children, or two giftable weeks, including extended care.
• 15% Friends & Family discount.
• Priority nomination for financial assistance for someone the director 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