Assistant Camp Director, South Pasadena​/San Marino

Company Description

Galileo is a nationally recognized summer day camp dedicated to empowering young innovators to change the world! Since 2002, we’ve inspired hundreds of thousands of kids across 90+ diverse communities, becoming a leader in the Innovation Education Movement.

At Galileo, innovation, purpose, and personal growth come together to create an environment where your unique talents shine, and your impact is celebrated. We’re committed to fostering a culture that champions inclusion for all, continually innovating to ensure every voice is heard.

As Assistant Camp Director, you’ll work closely and collaborate with the Camp Director to oversee daily camp operations, support staff, and ensure a joyful, safe, and inclusive experience for all campers.

• Extended Care Program Management:
  Independently direct, plan activities, train, and supervise the Extended Care program, 3pm‑6pm.
• Create a safe, fun, and engaging environment balancing camper safety, operational needs, and staff support.
• Maintain staffing ratios, releasing camp counselors and interns as needed.
• Act as “manager on duty” in the Camp Director's absence and assist with managing camp rotations and cover duties.
• Lead by example, participate in camp activities, chants, songs, and skits.
• Partner with the Camp Director to lead and coach the camp team, especially Summer Interns.
• Supervise and assign daily tasks to staff, coordinating coverage during staff breaks and overseeing responsibilities during Extended Care.
• Use camp systems such as Salesforce and the Camp Planner to handle family registration and communication.
• Prioritize daily tasks effectively while maintaining camper safety.

• Leadership development through coaching, mentorship, and training from camp leaders.
• Paid online training focused on leadership and operations management.
• In‑person training and setup days: one prep day for camp leadership and two camp setup days for all staff.

This is a temporary/seasonal role. Availability Monday‑Friday during the Summer camp season. On‑site position; exact location confirmed during hiring.

• Full‑Time: 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday.
• Part‑Time:
  Up to 30 hours/week, Monday–Friday.

• New staff: pay rate $___ per hour.
• Returning staff: pay rate $21–$25 per hour, based on role history and tenure.
• All staff receive a training pay rate for hours worked prior to camp, typically 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.

• 2+ years of experience in K‑8 education, child development, or related work/education.
• 6+ months of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience mentoring, coaching, or supervising children in groups of 15+.
• Availability for full‑time camp work (4–8 consecutive weeks, depending on location).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with enthusiasm and urgency.
• Willingness to complete pre‑camp requirements (background checks, onboarding, training, CPR/First Aid).
• Must be 18 years of age by May 1 2026.

• Lifting and carrying up to 60 lbs.
• Typing, writing, reading.
• Seeing, hearing and speaking, both nearby and at a distance.
• Use hand and fingers for classroom supplies and equipment.
• Frequent standing, sitting, walking, kneeling.

Galileo Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.