Seasonal Camp Director: Lead, Inspire, Operate

Vochure; San Carlos (CA); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free camp for your child or two gift‑a

Family discounts

Professional development support

Job summary

Galileo Learning is seeking an experienced Camp Director to lead a dynamic summer camp operation serving K–8 students. You will oversee site launch, daily operations, and parent communication while upholding program quality and safety.

You will manage a seasonal team of educators and entry-level staff, ensuring joyful, inclusive experiences for campers and families. The role emphasizes ownership, creativity, and strong community partnerships, with phased responsibilities from preseason planning

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working directly with students in an education setting (out-of-school time, teaching, education administration, camps/recreation, etc.)
• 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
• Availability for part-time remote work starting Feb 2026, and full-time on-site work starting June 2026 (dates vary by location)

Responsibilities

• Infuse camp with joy, tradition, and creativity
• 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
• Prioritize camper safety, family trust, and program fidelity at all times
• Anticipate needs, adapt quickly, and problem-solve on the fly so camp runs seamlessly, even when things don’t go as planned
• Train and mentor a staff of 7 to 40 (depending on site size), including educators and entry-level staff, while actively building your team culture
• Provide clear expectations for instructional and program standards, ongoing feedback, and professional development
• Own core management responsibilities such as training support, scheduling, payroll, and ongoing performance management
• 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
• Communicate openly with your Field Program Manager, seek out feedback, and turn it into action
• Take ownership of your own professional development, staying self-motivated to learn, grow, and improve throughout the summer
• Serving as the primary face of camp within the community

Job description

Galileo Learning is seeking an experienced Camp Director to lead a dynamic summer camp operation serving K–8 students. You will oversee site launch, daily operations, and parent communication while upholding program quality and safety.

You will manage a seasonal team of educators and entry-level staff, ensuring joyful, inclusive experiences for campers and families. The role emphasizes ownership, creativity, and strong community partnerships, with phased responsibilities from preseason planning