Assistant Camp Director, Mercer

Overview

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. We have been named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation four times, including in 2025, and we’ve made the Best Places to Work in the Bay Area list over 12 times.

Galileo is committed to inclusion and personal growth, with a culture that champions every voice.

As Assistant Camp Director, you’ll work closely with the Camp Director to oversee daily camp operations, support staff, and ensure a joyful, safe, and inclusive experience for all campers. This role includes independently leading the Extended Care program (after camp), collaborating on daily operations, and providing operational leadership during busy periods. The Assistant Camp Director also plays a key role in staff support and team management, offering opportunities to develop leadership skills in a hands-on environment.

• Independently plan activities, train, and supervise the Extended Care program, acting as the leader of after-care programming; 3pm-6pm.
• Create a safe, fun, engaging environment balancing camper safety, operational needs, and staff support.
• Maintain staffing ratios, releasing camp counselors and interns as needed.
• At sites with multiple Assistant Camp Directors, one will be assigned as the Extended Care lead with all ACDs able to manage this program if needed.

• Collaborate with the Camp Director to ensure a safe and joyful program, act as “manager on duty” in the Camp Director’s absence.
• Flexibly assist with managing camp rotations and cover duties, stepping in to lead camper groups or facilitate curriculum.
• Lead by example, participating in camp activities, chants, songs, and skits to promote camp spirit and exemplary customer service.
• Partner with the Camp Director to lead and coach the camp team, focusing on managing Summer Interns.
• Supervise and assign daily tasks to staff, coordinate coverage during breaks, and oversee responsibilities during Extended Care.

• Effectively use camp systems, such as Salesforce and the Camp Planner, to complete essential administrative tasks related to family registration and communication.
• Use creative problem-solving to prioritize daily tasks and maintain camper safety.

• Continue leadership development through coaching, mentorship, and training from camp leaders, building a foundation for future leadership opportunities at Galileo and beyond.
• Paid online training focused on building leadership and operations management skills; flexible, self-paced with potential for additional virtual sessions.
• In-person training and setup days: one prep day for camp leadership and two camp setup days for all staff to ensure readiness for the summer.

This is a temporary/seasonal role, requiring consistent availability to work Monday - Friday during the Summer camp season. This is an on-site position;
Galileo Camps operates multiple camps within the region and will confirm exact work location during the hiring process. Full-Time and Part-Time Assistant Camp Director roles may be available depending on camper enrollment at each location. Shift time will vary between 7:00 am - 6:30 pm, local time.

• Full-Time: 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday
• Part-Time:
  Up to 30 hours/week, Monday–Friday
• Employment start and end dates vary by location

• Your pay will be determined based on factors including work-site location and tenure:
  Pay ranges from $21.00 to $25.00 per hour.
• All staff receive a training pay rate for hours worked prior to the start of camp, equal to 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

• 2+ years of experience in K-8 education, child…