Summer Travel Camp Director, South Bay Region

Galileo Learning•San Jose, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Travel Camp Directors are dynamic leaders who support multiple camp sites across a region, stepping in for Camp Directors or Assistant Directors during absences or when extra support is needed. Reporting to the Field Program Manager, you’ll ensure smooth operations, mentor staff, and create a joyful, safe, and inspiring camp experience. You’ll bring Galileo’s mission to life—fostering creativity, innovation, and fun—while managing daily logistics, camper behavior, and team culture. You may be assigned a home camp or rotate between sites as needed. Responsibilities also include family communication, staff onboarding, timecard approval, compliance, and upholding camp policies.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in working in education/child development (K-8 preferred) or related coursework
1+ year of team management and coaching experience or supervisory experience
Availability for part-time remote work starting Feb 2025, and full-time on-site work starting June 2025 (dates vary by location)
Willingness to travel in the region to up to 3 in person marketing events, in the preseason
Ability to travel to multiple locations across one or more region(s) throughout the summer
Flexibility to adapt and manage multiple priorities
Ability to complete all required state certifications before camp starts

Responsibilities

Bring Galileo’s spirit to life: Infuse camp with joy, tradition, and creativity. Build an inclusive environment where every camper, staff member, and family feels seen, supported, and inspired.
Lead with ownership and vision: Own every aspect of your camp’s launch from preseason planning through end-of-summer wrap-up. As both operational lead and culture builder, oversee every detail from daily camp operations to parent communication, while delivering an exceptional program.
Keep camp safe and running smoothly: Prioritize camper safety and family trust at all times. Anticipate needs, adapt quickly, and problem-solve on the fly to ensure camp runs seamlessly, even when things don’t go as planned.
Develop and manage your team effectively: Train and mentor a staff of 10–40. Provide clear expectations for instructional and program standards, ongoing feedback, and professional development, while also handling core management responsibilities such as staffing, scheduling, and payroll.
Model creativity and innovation: Use the Galileo Innovation Approach (GIA) to encourage curiosity and problem-solving. Lead your team in turning challenges into opportunities, keeping both spirit and operations aligned to Galileo’s mission.
Build strong partnerships: Serve as the primary face of camp. Communicate proactively with families, facilities partners and HQ support teams, collaborate with your Field Program Manager, and cultivate trust with community partners, staff, and campers.