Summer Instructor, Palos Verdes

Overview

Galileo is a nationally recognized summer day camp focused on empowering young innovators to change the world. We serve over 90 diverse communities and have inspired hundreds of thousands of kids since 2002. We foster a culture that values Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging and have been recognized by multiple industry awards. Join us for a joy-filled summer in a mission-driven environment.

As a Summer Instructor, you’ll lead hands-on design and outdoor activities, creating an inspiring, safe environment where campers explore creativity through Galileo’s curriculum. With training and team support, you ll deliver memorable learning experiences and engage fully in camp traditions. This is a seasonal role;
Summer Instructors work full-time Monday - Friday (5 days per week).

• Lead Galileo’s innovative, project-based curriculum, integrating science, technology, engineering, and math for groups of up to 28 campers
• Create an inviting and safe learning space; prepare and manage materials for daily projects
• Teach up to three unique rotations:
  Innovator’s Studio, Idea Lab, and Outdoor Adventure, adapting for various age groups and abilities
• For 5th-8th grade groups, guide campers in using tools like saws, drills, and glue guns, ensuring safe, hands-on experiences
• Ensure a positive, supportive environment, manage camper behavior through restorative practices, and provide individual support based on campers  diverse needs

• Work with teammates to plan, set up, and lead daily camp activities
• Supervise campers to ensure safety during all camp events, including ceremonies, snack, and lunch
• Contribute to the camp experience with active participation in songs, skits, and chants
• Bring your unique skills and energy to create a joyful camp experience

• Greet campers and families warmly, ensuring a positive, safe environment
• Assist with check-in/check-out, manage daily attendance, and communicate with families as needed
• Foster a fun, energetic atmosphere throughout the day, creating smooth transitions for drop-off and pick-up

• 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
• Refine instructional skills through feedback and training from camp leadership

• Pay is determined by factors including work-site location and tenure: new staff $19.21 per hour; returning staff $19.46–$20.21 per hour
• 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

• 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 set-up days before camp opens. Set-up days may be scheduled on weekends

Camp set-up dates, start dates, and duration vary by location. Find your location on our Camp Finder page to view site-specific dates.

• 1+ years of instructional or classroom support experience in K-8 education, or a combination of relevant education and work experience
• Experience teaching, caring for, supervising, coaching, and/or mentoring kids
• College coursework in Education or Child Development preferred, 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, certifications, onboarding paperwork, and online training prior to start
• Availability to work up to 8-hour shifts daily, Monday - Friday, for the duration of camp (4–8 weeks, location-dependent)
• Must be at least 18 years of age by May 1st, 2026

We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups and diverse backgrounds to apply.

• Job descriptions summarize typical functions and are not exhaustive
• We comply with the ADA and provide reasonable accommodations; contact Human Resources to request accommodations
• Onboarding may include TB screening, background checks, and state-m mandated trainings
• This employer participates in E-Verify

• Some lifting up to 60 lbs, typing, writing, reading
• Seeing, hearing, and speaking; use of hands for classroom supplies and equipment
• Frequent standing, walking, and kneeling

Galileo Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment and provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.