Summer Camp Director, San Ramon (2027)

Galileo Learning • San Ramon, CA

5h • Hybrid

About The Position

Galileo Learning is hiring a Camp Director to lead a Camp Galileo summer day-camp location serving K–8th grade campers and their families. The Camp Director acts as the site General Manager and public face of the organization, leading a seasonal team of educators and entry-level staff to create safe, inclusive, and joyful environments and deliver excellent camper and family experiences.

The role owns the camp launch and operation, from preseason planning through end-of-summer wrap-up. The director oversees daily operations, parent communication, program quality, curriculum, customer care, team leadership, scheduling, payroll, and performance management. They train and mentor a team of 7 to 40 staff, establish expectations and provide ongoing feedback and professional development, and build a strong team culture. They also serve as the primary community contact, collaborating with families, facilities partners, cross-functional teams, and a Field Program Manager.

The seasonal role runs March–September 2027, with exact dates varying by hire date and site schedule. Training and preparation (March–June) involve 5–15 hours per week, mostly flexible and remote, with some scheduled and in-person commitments, including training, a Bay Area retreat, marketing events, and on-site preparation. Some events may occur in evenings or weekends. Camp operations (June–August) are on-site, typically 7:00 AM–6:00 PM Monday through Friday, up to 50 hours per week for 5–8 weeks. Wrap-up (August–September) consists of up to five total remote hours for administrative tasks and staff reviews.

Compensation includes hourly pay of $23–$25 during preseason preparation and postseason wrap-up, and a seasonal weekly salary of $1,500 during camp operations, plus $50 per week for each year of returning tenure in the role. Additional compensation includes $1 per camper-week enrollment and potential commission for add-on weeks. 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 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, 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 for communicating with families, partners, and supervisors.
• Availability for part-time remote work beginning February 2026 and full-time on-site work beginning June 2026; dates vary by location.
• Willingness to travel regionally for 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 all aspects of 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 resolve problems to keep camp operating smoothly.
• 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 performance management.
• Use the Galileo Innovation Approach to encourage curiosity and problem-solving.
• Lead the team in turning challenges into opportunities while aligning camp culture and operations with Galileo’s mission.
• Communicate 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.
• Attend up to three in-person regional marketing events during preseason.
• Complete required training before camp begins.

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.

What This Job Offers

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