Summer Travel Camp Director, South Bay Region (2027)

Galileo Learning • San Jose, CA

7d

About The Position

Galileo Learning is hiring an experienced Camp Director to lead a Camp Galileo summer day camp for K–8th grade campers in the South Bay Region. The director serves as the site General Manager and the public face of Galileo, overseeing camp launch and daily operations while creating a safe, inclusive, joyful environment for campers, families, and staff. The role leads a seasonal team of educators and entry-level staff and is accountable for program quality, customer care, curriculum delivery, team leadership, and community relationships.

This seasonal position runs March–September 2027, with work divided into three phases. Training and preparation take place March–June, at 5–15 hours per week depending on tenure and start date; the work is mostly flexible and remote, with scheduled virtual and in-person training, a Bay Area retreat, marketing events, and on-site camp preparation. Some commitments may occur during evenings and weekends. During the on-site camp season, typically June–August, work is generally Monday–Friday, with hours between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM and up to 50 hours per week for 5–8 weeks depending on placement. The August–September wrap-up phase involves up to five total hours of remote administrative work and staff reviews.

Compensation includes hourly pay of $23–$25 during preseason preparation and training, a summer salary of $1,500 per week as a full-time, exempt Camp Director, 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 $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 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.

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.
• Proven experience creating safe, inclusive environments for children and building trust with families.
• Proven experience setting clear expectations, providing ongoing feedback, and coaching staff to improve.
• Demonstrated ability to manage operational details such as scheduling, staffing, and payroll.
• Track record of staying calm and making 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 within 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, inclusive camp environment where campers, staff, and families feel supported.
• Oversee daily camp operations, parent communication, program quality, curriculum, and customer care.
• Prioritize camper safety, family trust, and program fidelity; anticipate needs and adapt to operational challenges.
• Train and mentor a site team of 7 to 40 educators and entry-level staff, depending on site size.
• Set instructional and program standards, provide ongoing feedback and professional development, and manage staff performance.
• Handle management responsibilities including training support, scheduling, and payroll.
• Apply the Galileo Innovation Approach to encourage curiosity and problem-solving and to turn challenges into opportunities.
• Communicate with the Field Program Manager, seek feedback, and act on it.
• Serve as the primary face of camp in the community and communicate proactively with families, facilities partners, and cross-functional teams.
• Build trust and collaborate with community partners, staff, campers, and the Field Program Manager.
• Complete preseason training and preparation, including training events, marketing events, and on-site preparation.
• Complete postseason administrative work and staff reviews.

Benefits

• Free camp for the employee’s child(ren) or two giftable camp weeks, including extended care.
• 15% Friends & Family discount.
• Priority nomination for financial assistance for someone the employee knows.
• $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