Summer Camp Counselor (Westchester/ Playa Vista)

Galileo Learning; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading summer camp as a Summer Camp Counselor, where you'll guide campers through engaging activities in a safe environment. This role fosters innovation and personal growth, offering training and support while ensuring joyful experiences for children. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, we welcome all applicants eager to make a difference this summer.

Benefits

Free camp week for your child

Discounts

Scholarship nominations

Membership in the Galileo Alumni Community

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with children is required.
• Must be at least 18 years old by May 12, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise groups of 15+ campers weekly.
• Help plan and run daily activities, leading campers during ceremonies.
• Provide exceptional customer service to families.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Engagement

Education

College Coursework

Job description

Summer Camp Counselor (Westchester/Playa Vista)

Galileo is a nationally recognized summer day camp dedicated to empowering young innovators to change the world. Since 2002, we have served over 70 diverse communities and inspired hundreds of thousands of kids, establishing ourselves as a leader in the Innovation Education Movement.

Our environment fosters innovation, purpose, and personal development, allowing talents to shine and impact to be celebrated. We prioritize Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, continually iterating to sustain a positive culture. Recognitions include being named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to work for in the Nation in 2023 and 2024, appearing on the Best Places to Work in the Bay Area list over 12 times, being named one of Forbes’ Best Small Companies in 2017, and a Top 100 Real Impact Company in 2019.

Join us for a joyful, mission-driven summer as a Summer Camp Counselor (or Team Leader). You will be the core presence for each camper, guiding them through a safe, engaging, and impactful experience. This seasonal role involves working full-time Monday through Friday.

Core Responsibilities

1. Lead and Supervise Campers: Supervise groups of 15+ campers weekly, creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment. Foster connections through activities and manage behavior using restorative practices. Collaborate with instructors on project-based curriculum delivery and support in preparing learning materials. Participate in extended care programming before and after camp hours.
2. Engage in All Camp Activities: Help plan and run daily activities, lead campers during ceremonies and meals, and energize camp events with songs and skits. Work as part of a team to ensure joyful and memorable experiences.
3. Provide Exceptional Customer Service: Greet families warmly, follow check-in/out procedures, and communicate with families to ensure positive camper experiences.

Build Your Skills with Ongoing Training and Support

Complete paid online training, attend in-person setup days, and develop professionally through feedback and hands-on learning guided by camp leaders.

Compensation

Starting at $18.24/hour for first-year staff, with increases based on tenure. Benefits include a free camp week for your child, discounts, scholarship nominations, and membership in the Galileo Alumni Community.

Requirements include prior experience working with children, ability to work full camp duration, background checks, certifications, and availability for 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday. Applicants must be at least 18 years old by May 12, 2025. Bilingual skills and college coursework are a plus.

We value diverse thinkers and strongly encourage underrepresented groups to apply. If you believe you can succeed in this role, we welcome your application.

Schedule

Camp operates Monday through Friday with shifts starting as early as 7:00 a.m. and ending as late as 6:30 p.m. Pre-camp training and setup days are required, with specific dates varying by location.

Our descriptions summarize typical functions but are not exhaustive. We provide accommodations for qualified applicants and require health screenings and background checks as part of onboarding.

Physical Demands

Occasionally lift and carry up to 60 lbs, operate a computer, and perform physical activities such as standing, walking, kneeling, and sitting.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Galileo Learning prohibits discrimination and harassment and provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, age, sex, disability, or other protected characteristics.