Seasonal Camp Director: Lead, Innovate, Inspire Campers

Camp Galileo; Fremont (CA); Sur place; USD 32 000 - 34 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Free camp for your child(ren) or two g

15% Friends & Family discount

Priority nomination for financial aid

Résumé du poste

Galileo Learning in the Bay Area seeks an experienced Camp Director to lead our K–8th summer camps as site General Manager and the public face of the program.

You will open and operate a Galileo location serving campers and families, lead a dynamic seasonal team of educators and staff, and ensure joyful, safe environments with exceptional camper experiences and strong family engagement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working directly with students in an education setting (out-of-school time, teaching, education administration, camps/recreation, etc.) is required
• Minimum 1 year of experience managing or supervising adult staff is required
• 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
• Demonstrated ability to manage operational details like 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 with families, partners, and supervisors
• Experience with hands-on, project-based learning (STEAM, art, design, maker programs) is a plus

Responsabilités

• Lead camp launch and ongoing operations, ensuring high quality programs
• Train and mentor a staff of 7 to 40, including educators and entry-level staff
• Oversee scheduling, payroll, and performance management
• Maintain camper safety, family trust, and program fidelity
• Build partnerships with families and community partners
• Travel regionally for up to 3 in-person marketing events during preseason

Connaissances

Student engagement

Team leadership

Communication

Adaptability

Description du poste

Galileo Learning in the Bay Area seeks an experienced Camp Director to lead our K–8th summer camps as site General Manager and the public face of the program.

You will open and operate a Galileo location serving campers and families, lead a dynamic seasonal team of educators and staff, and ensure joyful, safe environments with exceptional camper experiences and strong family engagement.