Role OverviewGalileo Learning is seeking an experienced leader to join their team as a Travel Camp Director. The Travel Camp Director will support multiple summer camps for K–8th grade across a region, stepping in for Camp Directors or Assistant Camp Directors during absences or when extra support is needed. The role requires a strong leader who can keep operations running smoothly, mentor staff, and create a joyful, safe, and inspiring camp experience.
What You Will Do
Responsibilities include managing daily logistics, camper behavior, and team culture, as well as family communication, staff onboarding, timecard approval, compliance, and upholding camp policies.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will be accountable for bringing Galileo's spirit to life, leading with ownership and vision, keeping camp safe and running smoothly, developing and managing their team, embracing challenge and innovation, and building strong partnerships.
Requirements
- 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
- 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
Benefits
- Free camp for your child(ren) or two giftable weeks (incl. extended care)
- 15% Friends & Family discount
- Priority nomination for financial assistance for someone you know
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