Camp Director: Lead Innovative Summer Camp

Camp Galileo; Lafayette (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; 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 our K–8th summer camps, serving as site General Manager and the public face of Galileo. You will open and operate a Camp Galileo location, guiding a dynamic team to create joyful, safe environments and exceptional camper experiences within your community.

You will supervise educators and entry-level staff, uphold program quality, and deliver top-tier customer care, curriculum, and leadership.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working directly with students in an education setting.
• Minimum 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, giving ongoing feedback, and coaching staff to improve.
• Ability to manage scheduling, staffing, and payroll; strong organizational skills.
• Calm decision-maker in fast-paced situations and clear communicator with families.

Responsibilities

• Lead camp operations and staff to ensure safe, joyful experiences for campers and families.
• Uphold program quality, foster creativity, and deliver excellence in customer care and curriculum.
• Oversee training, scheduling, payroll, and performance management; build team culture.

Skills

Student engagement

Team supervision

Safety & crisis management

Family communication

Job description

Galileo Learning seeks an experienced Camp Director to lead our K–8th summer camps, serving as site General Manager and the public face of Galileo. You will open and operate a Camp Galileo location, guiding a dynamic team to create joyful, safe environments and exceptional camper experiences within your community.

You will supervise educators and entry-level staff, uphold program quality, and deliver top-tier customer care, curriculum, and leadership.