Camp Director: Lead Innovative, Safe Summer Camps

Camp Galileo; Burien (WA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free camp for your child(ren) or two g

15% Friends & Family discount

Priority nomination for financial aid

Job summary

Galileo Learning seeks an experienced Camp Director to lead a high-visibility summer camp site. You will oversee operations, staffing, and family communications, ensuring exceptional camper experiences and safe environments in alignment with Galileo’s mission.

You will manage a dynamic team of educators and entry-level staff, drive program quality, and collaborate with the Field Program Manager to deliver unforgettable camp experiences for K–8 families this season.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years working with students in an education setting or camps/recreation.
• Proven experience leading teams and managing schedules or payroll.
• Strong communication with families, partners, and staff.
• Ability to train, mentor, and develop adults and youth staff.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain safety, program fidelity, and positive camp culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Camp Galileo site as the public face and operational head.
• Oversee camp launch, preseason planning, and end-of-summer wrap-up.
• Manage 7–40 staff, provide clear expectations and ongoing feedback.
• Ensure camper safety, family trust, and high program quality.
• Handle scheduling, payroll, and performance management.
• Cultivate partnerships with families, facilities partners, and field team.

Skills

Leadership

Youth programs

Safety & risk

Communication

Team mentoring

Scheduling/payroll

Job description

Galileo Learning seeks an experienced Camp Director to lead a high-visibility summer camp site. You will oversee operations, staffing, and family communications, ensuring exceptional camper experiences and safe environments in alignment with Galileo’s mission.

You will manage a dynamic team of educators and entry-level staff, drive program quality, and collaborate with the Field Program Manager to deliver unforgettable camp experiences for K–8 families this season.