Summer Camp Director — Lead Innovation & Community Impact

Galileo Learning, LLC; Mercer Island (WA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free camp for your child

15% Friends & Family discount

Priority for financial assistance

Job summary

Galileo Learning, LLC is seeking an experienced Camp Director to lead our summer camps for K–8th grade. You will open and operate a Camp location, manage a seasonal team, ensure exceptional camper and family experiences, and uphold program quality, curriculum, and customer care.

You will oversee launch, daily operations, and staff performance while fostering a joyful and safe camp environment. This seasonal role runs March–September 2027, with phased hours and compensation structures, including

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
• 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)
• Willingness to travel in the region to up to 3 in person marketing events, in the preseason
• Ability to complete all required training before camp begins
• Ability to meet state requirements to work with children, including mandated screenings and Adult & Child First Aid/CPR/AED certification

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 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
• Serve as the primary face of camp within the community
• Communicate proactively with families, facilities partners, and cross‑functional teams
• Collaborate with your Field Program Manager and cultivate trust with community partners, staff, and campers

Skills

Camp leadership

Staff supervision

Safety & welfare

Family communication

Operations planning

Scheduling & payroll

Project management

Adaptability under pressure

Job description

Galileo Learning, LLC is seeking an experienced Camp Director to lead our summer camps for K–8th grade. You will open and operate a Camp location, manage a seasonal team, ensure exceptional camper and family experiences, and uphold program quality, curriculum, and customer care.

You will oversee launch, daily operations, and staff performance while fostering a joyful and safe camp environment. This seasonal role runs March–September 2027, with phased hours and compensation structures, including