Camp Director: Lead Joyful, Impactful Summer Programs

Camp Galileo; Placentia (CA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; 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 is seeking an experienced Camp Director to lead our summer camps for K–8th grade, serving as both site General Manager and the public face of the organization.

You will open and operate a Camp Galileo location within your community, leading a seasonal team of educators and entry-level staff to create joyful, safe environments and ensure smooth daily operations with exceptional camper experiences.

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.
• Operational experience with scheduling, staffing, and payroll.
• Calm under pressure with sound decision-making in fast-paced situations, including safety issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication with families, partners, and supervisors.
• Availability for part-time remote work Feb 2026 and on-site from June 2026.
• Willingness to travel regionally for up to 3 events in preseason.
• Ability to complete required training; state background checks.

Responsibilities

• Infuse camp with joy, tradition, and creativity.
• Build an inclusive environment where every camper, staff member, and family feels seen, supported, and inspired.
• Own camp launch, from preseason planning through end-of-summer wrap-up.
• Oversee daily operations and parent communication while delivering an exceptional program.
• Prioritize camper safety, family trust, and program fidelity.
• Anticipate needs, adapt quickly, and problem-solve to keep camp running smoothly.
• Train and mentor a staff of 7 to 40, including educators and entry-level staff.
• Provide clear expectations and ongoing feedback; support professional development.
• Lead training, scheduling, payroll, and performance management.
• Lead team using Galileo Innovation Approach to foster curiosity and problem-solving.
• Communicate openly with Field Program Manager; seek feedback and act on it.
• Travel regionally for in-person marketing events if needed.
• Complete all required training before camp begins.

Skills

Student engagement

Staff supervision

Safety & inclusion

Feedback & coaching

Scheduling & payroll

Decision making

Communication

Hands-on learning

Job description

Galileo Learning is seeking an experienced Camp Director to lead our summer camps for K–8th grade, serving as both site General Manager and the public face of the organization.

You will open and operate a Camp Galileo location within your community, leading a seasonal team of educators and entry-level staff to create joyful, safe environments and ensure smooth daily operations with exceptional camper experiences.