Summer Camp Counselor Boulder

Overview

As a Summer Camp Counselor (Team Leader at Galileo), you will be the core presence for each camper, guiding them through a safe, engaging, and impactful summer experience. This is a seasonal role with full-time hours Monday – Friday (5 days per week).

• Lead and Supervise Campers: Supervise groups of 15+ campers weekly, creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging camp experience.
• Foster group connection through team activities, games, and daily interactions.
• Ensure a positive, supportive environment, manage camper behavior through restorative practices, and provide individual support based on campers  diverse needs.
• Collaborate with instructors to deliver Galileo’s project-based curriculum, integrating science, technology, engineering, and math.
• Support instructors by preparing materials and ensuring learning spaces are ready for each activity.
• Support and participate in extended care programming before and after standard camp hours.

• Collaborate with teammates to plan, set up, and run daily activities.
• Lead campers during ceremonies, activities, snack, and lunch, ensuring safety and a positive camp spirit.
• Lead and participate in camp songs, chants, and skits, bringing energy to opening and closing ceremonies.
• Work as part of a team to make camp experiences joyful and memorable.

• Greet campers and families with enthusiasm, ensuring a welcoming environment.
• Follow check-in/check-out procedures for efficient attendance and safety.
• Communicate with families about campers  experiences as needed, ensuring a positive start and end to each day.

• Complete paid online training on innovation education, Galileo policies, and best practices before camp starts.
• Attend two in-person setup and training days to prepare your camp and meet your team.
• Develop professionally through feedback, supplemental training, and hands-on learning guided by camp leaders.

• Your exact pay will be determined based on location and tenure:
• Pay ranges from $15.91 to $22.09 per hour
  , determined based on camp location and years worked with Galileo Camps.
• All staff receive a training pay rate for hours worked prior to the start of camp, which covers online training and setup day; the training pay rate is the local minimum wage rate.
• One free week of camp for your own child.
• 15% Friends and Family Discount
• Priority scholarship nominations
• Membership in the Galileo Alumni Community of over 20,000 inspiring changemakers

• All camps operate Monday - Friday. Shifts vary by position and location and can start as early as 7:00 a.m. and end as late as 6:30 p.m.
• Staff must complete online training and attend two pre-camp setup days before camp opens. Setup days may be scheduled on weekends.
• Camp setup dates, start dates, and duration vary by location. View site-specific dates on the Camp Finder page (text only).

• Experience supervising groups of 10+ children
• At least 1 year (or a camp season) of experience in summer camp, school, childcare, tutoring, coaching kids, after-school programs, or related fields
• College coursework in Education or Child Development is a plus but not required
• Ability to balance multiple tasks with urgency and enthusiasm
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus but not required
• Ability to access and use web-based tools via a personal smart device
• Ability to complete all pre-camp tasks, including background checks, state-mandated certifications, electronic onboarding paperwork, and online training prior to the start of camp
• Availability to work 8-hour shifts daily, Monday - Friday, for the duration of camp
  • Required to be available for a minimum of 4 continuous weeks overlapping with camp operation
  • Priority given to those who can commit to the full duration of camp (4-8 continuous weeks, depending on location)
• Must be at least 18 years of age by May 1st, 2026

Note:

Galileo Camps values diverse experiences and backgrounds. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Please note that the job descriptions summarize typical functions and are not exhaustive. We…