Assistant Camp Director - Lincoln Elementary School (Lynwood)

Job Description
Assistant Camp Directors play a vital role in creating a positive camp experience for campers, their families and our Summer Staff. As a member of the Camp Leadership team, you will support the smooth operation of a single camp location— supervising staff, planning programs, delighting parents, and so much more! You will also be a valued contributor to our mission to provide accessible innovation education programming through our Galileo X partnership program.
YOU WILL
Oversee the daily operations of camp, working closely with the Camp Director to ensure a joy-filled program. Flex your creative problem-solving to effectively prioritize throughout each day.
Maintain a constant eye toward camper safety and customer experience.
Act as the “manager on duty” any time that the Camp Director is not onsite.
Own daily operational and administrative tasks as assigned to support a successful camp program.
Act as one of two “key holders,” performing opening and closing duties as scheduled by the Camp Director.
Courageously lead by example with humor and optimism.Exemplify student-centered leadership by centering the camper experience in all aspects of your work
Balance fun with safety and operational excellence
Coach staff to connect with students across diverse age groups, ability levels and support needs.
Assist the Camp Director in leading the camp staff team, and directly supervise a team of Summer Operations Interns. Support the CD in managing and coaching staff on camp policies and procedures.
Provide feedback on classroom instruction and behavior management.
Train staff on our inclusive, restorative justice approach to camper behavior management.
Assist in managing camp rotations and provide support as needed. Be ready to wear many hats, and enter each situation with finesse and determination.
Provide coverage, stepping in to fill staff duties when team members are out.
Lead camper groups and/or facilitate Galileo curriculum as needed.
Regularly assess to ensure Galileo curriculum is facilitated as designed, and provide timely feedback to staff.
Contribute to and lead daily camp activities. Manage check-in/check-out procedures to ensure efficiency and accurate daily attendance.
Lead the team by example to provide exemplary customer service to each camper, family, and guardian at all times.
Encourage collaboration among staff to plan and participate in all camp activities.
Promote a positive camp experience at all times with your energy and camp spirit.
Actively participate in camp chants, songs, and perform skits in opening and closing ceremonies.
Provide excellent customer service and support to families. Communicate with families as needed about their camper’s experience.
Coach staff on best practices for professional communication.
Resolve escalated matters, which may be beyond the expertise of an entry-level staff member.
Maintain safe environments for all campers and provide leadership and camp spirit to all campers. Constantly assess engagement and group dynamics, as well as the needs of individual campers.
Develop your management skills as the owner of your camp's Extended Care program. Independently manage the Extended Care program (including staff), with mentorship from the Camp Director.
Maintain operations for a smooth Extended Care experience for campers who join us before/after regular camp hours
Act as the “manager on duty,” taking full responsibility for camper and family experience, staff development, etc.
PAY AND PERKS
Your exact pay will be determined based on a variety of factors, geography, including work-site location and tenure.
Qualified bilingual staff at select Galileo X sites may be eligible for additional pay!
One free week of camp for your own child!
$50 Friends and Family Discount
Priority scholarship nominations
Membership in the Galileo Alumni Community of over 20,000 inspiring changemakers!