Summer Camp Director (Education)

Location: Glenview, Illinois, United States. Seasonal work includes mostly flexible remote preparation, required in-person training and events, and on-site camp operations during June–August.

Preseason and postseason: $22–24/hour. Camp season: $1,400/week plus $50/week for each year of returning tenure, with an additional $1 per camper-week enrollment and potential commission for add-on weeks.

Company

hirify.global provides summer camps, expanded learning programs, and curriculum support focused on innovation skills, growth mindset, and creative confidence.

What you will do

• Launch and operate a Camp Galileo site from preseason planning through end-of-summer wrap-up.
• Lead daily camp operations for K–8th grade campers while maintaining safety, program quality, and family trust.
• Train, mentor, schedule, and manage a seasonal team of 7–40 educators and entry-level staff.
• Set instructional and program standards, provide feedback, and manage staff performance and development.
• Communicate with families, facilities partners, cross-functional teams, and the Field Program Manager.
• Build an inclusive, creative camp culture and apply the Galileo Innovation Approach to problem-solving.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience working directly with students in an education setting, including out-of-school time, teaching, education administration, camps, or recreation.
• At least 1 year of experience managing or supervising adult staff.
• Experience creating safe, inclusive environments for children and building trust with families.
• Experience setting expectations, giving ongoing feedback, and coaching staff.
• Experience managing scheduling, staffing, payroll, and other operational details.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during fast-paced situations, safety issues, and challenging family conversations.
• Strong written and verbal communication with families, partners, and supervisors.
• Availability for part-time remote preparation from February 2026 and full-time on-site work from June 2026; dates vary by location.
• Ability to complete all required training and meet state requirements, including mandated screenings and Adult & Child First Aid/CPR/AED certification.

Nice to have

• Experience with hands-on, project-based learning such as STEAM, art, design, or maker programs.

Culture & Benefits

• Seasonal contract running from March–September 2027, with training and preparation, on-site camp operations, and remote wrap-up phases.
• On-site schedule is typically 7:00 AM–6:00 PM, Monday–Friday, up to 50 hours per week for 5–8 weeks.
• Preseason includes up to three regional in-person marketing events, scheduled training, and on-site preparation.
• Free camp for children or two giftable weeks including extended care.
• 15% Friends & Family discount and priority nomination for financial assistance.
• Work culture emphasizes visionary, courageous, collaborative, determined, and reflective leadership.

Hiring process

• Complete required training before camp begins and satisfy applicable onboarding screenings, including possible TB testing.
• Be available for required in-person training, marketing events, and pre-camp site preparation.