Summer Camp Counselor, Walnut Creek

As a Summer Camp Counselor (or Team Leaders as we like to call them at Galileo) youll be the core presence for each camper guiding them through an impactful safe and engaging summer experience. Staying with the same group all week youll create a supportive environment that prioritizes both physical and emotional safety. This is a seasonal role; Summer Camp Counselors work full-time Monday - Friday (5 days per week).

Core Responsibilities

Lead and Supervise Campers:

• Supervise groups of 15 campers weekly creating a safe inclusive and engaging camp experience.
• Foster group connection through team activities games and daily interactions.
• Ensure a positive supportive environment manage camper behavior through restorative practices and provide individual support based on campers diverse needs.
• Collaborated with instructors to deliver Galileos innovative project-based curriculum integrating science technology engineering and math.
• Support instructors by preparing materials and ensuring learning spaces are ready for each activity.
• Support and participate in extended care programming before and after standard camp hours

Engage in All Camp Activities:

• Collaborate with teammates to plan set up and run daily activities.
• Lead campers during ceremonies activities snack and lunch ensuring safety and a positive camp spirit.
• Lead and participate in camp songs chants and skits bringing energy to opening and closing ceremonies.
• Work as part of a team to make camp experiences joyful and memorable.

Provide Exceptional Customer Service:

• Greet campers and families with enthusiasm ensuring a welcoming environment.
• Follow check-in/check-out procedures for efficient attendance and safety.
• Communicate with families about campers experiences as needed ensuring a positive start and end to each day.

Build Your Skills with Ongoing Training and Support!

• 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.
• Develop professionally through feedback supplemental training and hands-on learning guided by camp leaders.

Compensation

At Galileo we are committed to pay transparency and equity. We anticipate the compensation for this position to be $17.80 per hour for new (first-year) camp staff. Your exact pay rate will be determined based on a variety of factors including work location and tenure.

Returning (alumni) staff pay for this role ranges from $18.05 per hour (second-year) to $18.80 per hour (fifth-year) based on tenure with Galileo Camps.

PERKS

• 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 20000 inspiring changemakers!

SCHEDULE

• 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.

Qualifications :

• Experience supervising groups of 10 children
• At least 1 year (or camp season) experience working in summer camp school childcare tutoring coaching kids after-school programs or related fields
• College coursework in Education or Child Development is a plus but not required
• Ability to balance multiple tasks while working with a sense of urgency and enthusiasm.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus but not required
• This role requires the ability to access and use web-based tools via a personal smart device
• Ability to complete all pre-camp tasks including background checks state-mandated certifications electronic onboarding paperwork and online training prior to the start of camp.
• Availability to work 8-hour shifts daily Monday - Friday for the duration of camp.
  • Required to be available to work a minimum of 4 continuous weeks overlapping with the dates of camp operation
  • Priority is given to those who are able to commit to working for the full duration of camp (4-8 continuous weeks depending on the camp location).
• Must be at least 18 years of age by May 1st 2026

At Galileo Camps we value divergent thinkers who bring many different experiences and viewpoints to the table! We also strongly encourage members of underrepresented groups and people of diverse backgrounds to apply. If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role we encourage you to apply.

Additional Information :

Please note that our job descriptions are a summary of the typical functions of the job not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities tasks and duties.

We comply with the ADA and provide reasonable accommodations that allow qualified applicants/employees to perform the essential functions of the job. To request an accommodation contact our Human Resources team.

During the onboarding process in accordance with applicable local and state requirements you may be required to complete a Tuberculosis (TB) screening background check(s) and state-mandated training(s). More details will be provided during your onboarding process.

This employer participates in E-Verify.

Physical Demands

• Occasionally lift and carry up to 60 lbs.
• operate a computer (including typing reading)
• Seeing hearing and speaking both nearby and at a distance
• Use hand and fingers to help with classroom supplies and operate equipment
• Frequent standing walking kneeling and sitting

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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills
Microsoft Office,Public Relations,Google Docs,Data Collection,MailChimp,Microsoft Word,Dermal Fillers,Microsoft Powerpoint,Research Experience,Microsoft Excel,Adobe Photoshop,Writing Skills
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1