Summer Travel Camp Director, Seattle Region (2027)

Galileo 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 visionary leader who can bring Galileo's mission to life, fostering creativity, innovation, and fun while managing daily logistics, camper behavior, and team culture.

What You Will Do

Responsibilities include building an inclusive environment, leading with ownership and vision, keeping camp safe and running smoothly, developing and managing a team, embracing challenge and innovation, and building strong partnerships. The Travel Camp Director will also be responsible for training and mentoring staff, creating a joyful and safe camp experience, and communicating proactively with families and community partners.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Galileo Learning is looking for a candidate who is accountable, has a growth mindset, and is passionate about developing innovators who envision and create a better world. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, a problem-solver, and a leader who can inspire and motivate a team to deliver an exceptional program.

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