Program Manager, “Galileo X” Partnership Programs

Company Description Galileo 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 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.
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 Description The Program Manager, Galileo X is a key member of our National Program Operations team at Galileo Learning.
You will support the programs that directly serve children in their home schools or districts as a part of “Galileo X” program.
You will be the primary manager of the Camp Directors of each of Galileo location, ensuring a supportive, joyful, and professionally fulfilling experience for these education leaders.
Camp Directors work for Galileo for 9 months out of the year on a part time basis, and you will be responsible for hiring, onboarding, training, supporting, and leading this group of talented education professionals.
You will also be their primary manager and support during the camp season, and will be responsible for supporting them through the day-to-day operations of our camp locations.
An ideal candidate will be passionate about and experienced with bringing programming to under-resourced communities and inspired by Galileo’s potential impact.
YOU WILL To manage the Camp Director team, you will: Partner with our People Operations Team to hire, onboard, train, and support our Camp Director team throughout the hiring process and the pre-camp season.
Create and execute joyful team culture events.
Partner with the Field team to plan, execute, and evaluate annual retreats.
Create, deliver, and analyze professional development and ongoing education of the Chicago Camp Director team as well as the National Camp Director team.
Support Camp Directors with their staff on site during the summer months, creating professional development opportunities, giving timely feedback, and ensuring safe, welcoming staff teams that value belonging, joy, and camp innovation & fun.
As needed, will cover the duties of Camp Directors for brief absences.
Manage team traditions, culture, and events that support an inclusive, joyful Galileo community and team To support the growth of Galileo X, you will: Serve as the cross-departmental liaison with marketing, customer service, training, the people operations department, and the supply team to identify customizations to existing operations Collaborate with the Director, Galileo X Programs to define camp program parameters for new sites, including staffing model, daily format, camp traditions, and schedule for each program, with a focus on ensuring Galileo programming meets the need of our district partners and student populations of highest need, (e.
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trust building, supporting families with ELL students, conflict resolution) As part of a growth team at Galileo, support the work of the Galileo X team by collaborating on proposal/RFP development and customer lead cultivation In Partnership with the Director, Galileo X Partnerships, determine KPIs for success criteria for Galileo X Programs, systematically evaluate programs, and produce documentation to be shared with our partners to articulate Galileo’s value Assist as needed with facility partnerships and relationship building.
Participate in committee work that furthers the internal culture and community at Galileo YOU ARE Strategic, organized and performance-driven.
You look at the details of life through a lens of optimization, measurement, and efficiency and feel responsible for getting things done.
Adaptable and action-oriented.
You can manage a variety of projects simultaneously.
Changing deadlines? Multiple stakeholders? Easy breezy.
You manage your time well and are meticulous about the details.
A visionary collaborator.
You can confidently contribute to a creative vision and have the team-oriented mindset to work with others to realize it effectively.
COMPENSATION We anticipate the compensation for this Full-Time, exempt, position to be $75,000 - $85,000 annual salary.
Exact compensation may vary and will be based on multiple factors, including geography and professional experience.
BENEFITS Medical insurance for employees (additional plans and options to add dependents available at cost) Vision and Dental Insurance 401k benefits after 1 year of employment Flexible Paid Time Off - time off is not limited, and we strongly recommend that employees take time off to rest and recharge.
Sick pay is accrued in accordance with local laws.
Unlimited free camp for your child(ren), OR two free weeks to be gifted (including AM/PM Extended Care) %15 Friends and Family Discount for Galileo Camps Priority scholarship nominations for Galileo Camps Generous parental leave and extensive support with leave planning Employee Assistance Program, options for life insurance, and more! Membership in the Galileo Alumni Community of over 20,000 inspiring changemakers! WORK LOCATION Remote, work from home position located in the Greater Los Angeles or Orange County area.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Occasionally lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
Constantly operate a computer (including typing, reading) Frequently remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time Constantly communicate in-person, virtually, and from a range of distances Frequently remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time, sitting or standing Galileo Learning complies with ADA requirements and may provide reasonable accommodations that allow qualified employees to perform the essential functions of the job.
To request an accommodation, contact our People Services team.
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (5+ years of increasing responsibility in similar field) 2+ years experience working with K-8 education in a leadership role; experience working at camps and/or out-of-school time programs a bonus 3+ Experience in multi-site staff management and managing programs or services (preferred) Experience with B2B sales or account management a plus! Experience with Salesforce, Google Analytics, and Microsoft Suite a plus Ability to travel 10-25% to visit territories throughout the year and regularly visit camps during the summer months.
(Camps are likely to be located in California, with regular presence at camps in Northern and Southern California during the summer a key component of this job.
) Strong writing skills, with experience writing grants, proposals, or RFPs a plus Readiness to stick around: we find that our team and team members benefit from a long-term commitment to be successful and achieve their goals.
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 the consideration of any person’s 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 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