Director, Summer Day Camp
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: San Jose
Posted on: April 28, 2024
Job Description:
Company DescriptionGalileo is a nationally recognized summer day
camp that's all about empowering young innovators to change the
world! With over 70 diverse communities served and hundreds of
thousands of kids inspired since 2002, we are a leader in the
Innovation Education Movement.Here, innovation, purpose and
personal development converge, creating an environment where your
talents shine, and your impact is celebrated. We invest, test and
continually iterate to sustain a culture that values. In fact, we
were named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to work for in
the Nation in 2023. We have also been on the Best Places to Work in
the Bay Area list more than 12 times, were named one of Forbes'
Best Small Companies in 2017, and a Top 100 Real Impact Company in
2019.If you are intrigued by innovation education, project-based
learning, and working in a professional, welcoming, kid-centered
environment, join us!Job DescriptionCamp Directors are key members
of our field team at Galileo Learning. In this role, you will
assume overall leadership of one of our summer day camp locations;
managing and coaching staff, seamlessly overseeing day-to-day
operations, and creating a joy-filled summer camp culture. YOU
WILL
- You'll be responsible for all aspects of daily camp operations
and run an efficient and joy-filled program. You'll flex your
creative problem-solving skills as you juggle competing priorities
and anticipate the needs of your camp community with agility and
positivity.
- You'll collaborate with and cultivate a team of 10-50+ summer
staff, coaching them toward success. You'll be a supportive manager
with high expectations, providing feedback on classroom instruction
and behavior management, while thoughtfully pushing your team to
greatness in ways that have a ripple effect.
- You'll create and build partnerships like a boss. As the face
of Galileo in the community you serve, you'll consider parent and
partner perspectives in everything you do. You'll wow our school
partners with your care for camp facilities while consistently
delivering exceptional service to our camper families.
- You'll leverage existing (and carefully crafted) training and
resources to masterfully manage your time and responsibilities,
efficiently tracking your workflow details and calendar in the
pre-season and throughout the summer.
- With support from our People Ops team, you'll manage compliance
processes, implement company policies, and uphold our camp safety
standards. From supporting your team's onboarding completion and
approving weekly timecards to daily site safety checks, you will
meticulously execute and uphold company policies.
- In collaboration with our headquarters team you'll ensure camp
has all the necessary resources and supplies to run smoothly;
developing effective systems for managing inventory and materials,
keeping classrooms organized, and using your facility space to its
full potential. YOU ARE
- You are intrigued or inspired by Galileo's mission and purpose.
Innovation education, project-based learning, and working in a
professional, welcoming, camp-inspired culture sound like things
you're ready to explore or sign up for.
- You are an organized, deeply accountable, service-minded
powerhouse. You take great pride in leveraging your administrative
talents to support others. It's part of your personal brand to be a
quick, thorough, and friendly email responder, and take ownership
of anything on your plate.
- You are a student-centered leader. You understand how to
communicate and connect with children across the K-8 spectrum and
courageously lead with humor and optimism, balancing fun with
safety and operational excellence to center the camper experience
in all aspects of your work.
- You are adaptable and action-oriented. You're a camp chameleon
who can adjust on a dime to meet the shifting demands of diverse
situations. You're a born problem solver who embraces challenges
with a sense of urgency and enthusiasm.
- You Build Effective Teams. You create the conditions for
staffers to apply their diverse skillsets and perspectives to
achieve shared goals. You celebrate wins, coach staff toward
success, and foster an environment where innovation and
collaboration can thrive.
- You are an Operations Expert. You understand what it takes to
run a best-in-class youth program and are able to effectively
prioritize and problem solve, with a constant eye towards camper
safety and customer experience. Benefits & Compensation
- We anticipate total compensation for this role to range from
$11,050 - $14,900:
- While working full-time, for the Summer: $1350/ week (up to 8
weeks depending on the camp location)
- While working part-time in the pre-camp season: $21/ hour
(estimated 10 hours per week, February - early June)
- Performance bonus: up to $500 based on job performance, paid at
the close of the Summer
- Returning Camp Directors who have previously held this position
at Galileo Learning may be eligible for a modified compensation
structure based on tenure, camp size, and geography, which may
include additional bonus eligibility.
- Free summer camp enrollment! You will have free camp sessions
for your own children for every camp week you work or you can gift
two weeks of free camp to others.
- %15 Friends and Family Discount for those you love
- Priority nomination for Innovation for All (financial
assistance) scholarship for anyone you know
- Leadership training & professional development. You'll receive
unique and exceptional training including weekend management
training retreats, weekly individual coaching throughout the camp
season, mentorship, and access to Galileo's network of prominent
educational leaders. Camp Directors are given the tools, framework,
community, and support to take ownership of and implement a
fully-developed program.
- Community. You'll become part of a current and former Galileo
staff network of over 10,000 inspiring changemakers. Former
Galileans stay connected, and have even gone on to create
successful non-profit organizations together! LOCATION Pre-camp:
With the exception of weekend retreats and occasional events, most
pre-camp season work is done remotely, but must be done from one of
the employable states, listed above.Summer: When it comes to camp
assignments, we take your location preferences into consideration,
and have an ongoing, open dialogue about location options
throughout the process. You'll be placed at one of our 70+ sites
throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, Southern California,
Chicago, Seattle, or Denver.We are only able to employ candidates
who are based in the following states: California, Colorado,
Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, or Washington. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be
made to enable people with disabilities to perform essential
functions.
- Some lifting and carrying up to 60 lbs.
- Regularly operate a computer (including typing and
reading)
- Constantly seeing, hearing, and communicating in person,
virtually, and from a range of distances
- Use hands and fingers to help with classroom supplies and
operate equipment
- Frequently remain in a stationary position for extended periods
of time, sitting or standing
- Regularly move about campsites, walking, kneeling, or standing
for extended periods of timeQualifications
- 3+ years of work experience in K-8 education, or a combination
of relevant collegiate coursework and work experience
- Minimum of 1 year of demonstrated leadership experience and
ability to coach educators toward success- management experience a
plus!
- Ability to work collaboratively with an openness to feedback
and a desire to grow professionally
- Ability to work part-time, remotely, starting in January 2024
(8-12 hours per week), and full-time, on-site, starting in June
2024
- Ability to travel to two onsite training events during the
pre-camp season
- Ability to maintain an excellent work ethic, a high level of
energy, and exceptional enthusiasm each day
- Flexibility to meet changing needs and demands while balancing
multiple priorities
- Strong organization skills and attention to detail
- Great communication skills, both written and verbal
- Valid CPR/First Aid certification OR ability to become
certified prior to the start of camp
- Valid Mandatory Report Certification OR ability to complete
certification prior to the start of campAt Galileo, we value
divergent thinkers who bring various experiences and viewpoints to
the table. We strongly encourage members of underrepresented groups
and people of diverse backgrounds to apply.Camp Directors start
from a wide variety of backgrounds, including but not limited to:
school teaching, camp counseling & leadership, after-school
programming, coaching, museum education, and leadership in retail
or customer service. In addition, research shows that while men
apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements,
women and other underrepresented people tend to only apply when
they match all criteria. Even if you don't necessarily meet every
checkbox in the job description, but you think you have what it
takes, we encourage you to apply.Additional InformationDuring your
onboarding process, you may need to complete a Tuberculosis (TB)
screening, a background check, and mandated reporter training
(California only). More details will be provided during your
onboarding process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 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.We comply with the ADA
and provide reasonable accommodations that allow qualified
applicants/employees to perform the essential functions of the job.
To request accommodation, contact our People Services team. Please
note that our job descriptions are only a summary of the typical
functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of
all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION During your onboarding process, you may need to
complete a Tuberculosis (TB) screening, a background check, and
mandated reporter training (California only). More details will be
provided during your onboarding process. COVID-19 All on-site
employees will be required to demonstrate that they have been fully
vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they qualify for an
accommodation/exemption for medical, disability, or religious
reasons. Vaccination status will be confirmed only after an offer
of employment has been accepted and will not affect consideration
of any persons' application. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 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.We
comply with the ADA and provide reasonable accommodation that allow
qualified applicants/employees to perform the essential functions
of the job. To request an accommodation, contact our People
Services team. Please note that our job descriptions are only a
summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or
comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and
duties
Keywords: Disability Solutions, Watsonville , Director, Summer Day Camp, Executive , San Jose, California
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