Summer Instructor (Bellevue)

About the role

Galileo is a nationally recognized summer day camp that empowers young innovators to change the world. Founded in 2002, we serve over 70 diverse communities and have been named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to work for in the Nation multiple times. Join us for a joy-filled summer in a mission-driven environment!

Core Responsibilities

• Lead Design Challenges and Outdoor Activities
• 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.
• 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.
• Engage Fully in All Camp Activities
• 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.
• Provide Exceptional Customer Service
• 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 a smooth transition for campers at drop-off and pick-up.
• 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.
• Continue to refine your instructional skills through feedback and training from camp leadership.

Compensation

The anticipated compensation for this position is $22.26 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 with Galileo Camps. Returning (alumni) staff pay for this role ranges from $22.51 per hour (second-year) to $23.26 per hour (fifth-year), based on tenure with Galileo Camps.

Qualifications

• 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 required
• College coursework in Education or Child Development preferred, 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
• 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
• Prioritization of 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 12th, 2025

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.

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.