Company Profile

Galileo Learning

Company Overview

Galileo’s mission is to develop innovators who envision and create a better world, and we reach this mission through our unique pedagogy, the Galileo Innovation Approach. But our mission isn’t just to develop an innovator’s mindset in campers. We also give our summer staff the opportunity to learn and practice a comprehensive approach that promotes innovation, both in and outside of the classroom. We believe in the astounding power of this ripple effect. Our staff take these 21st century tools back to their school-year pursuits, sparking creativity in the students they teach and colleagues they inspire.

Company History

Before Stanford grad Glen Tripp established the first Galileo camp in Palo Alto in 2002, he wasn’t hearing much talk in the education world about design thinking, creative problem solving or innovation strategies. Glen and his co-conspirators saw a world that needed innovators and problem-solvers. They also saw a window of opportunity to complement what kids learn during the school year with a new and powerful experience—that of approaching learning fearlessly and creatively as innovators. The window was summer. And so Galileo was born.

Today, Galileo operates 50+ innovation camps around the Bay Area, in Southern California, and in Chicagoland. It's been more than 10 years and thousands of campers since our inception. We're successfully igniting a new generation of fearless innovators. We hope we're preparing each one of them to live a freer, happier life, and to make their own contribution to a brighter world we all can enjoy.

Notable Accomplishments / Recognition

In addition to being a certified B-Corp, Galileo has been ranked one of the Best Places to Work in the Bay Area by the SF Business times for 7 consecutive years and named one of Inc. Magazine's 50 Best Companies to Work For. We're proud to say that over 97% of our staff have expressed that they would recommend working for us.

In 2016, Galileo has also partnered with the Chan-Zuckerberg Initiative and the Boys & Girls Club of the Peninsula to deliver our unique innovation curriculum to over 1000 low-income kids in the Bay Area.

Positions Available
  • 1 day ago

    Summer Camp Site Director

    Galileo Learning - Denver, CO, United States

    Site Directors lead dynamic summer camps for K 8th grade, serving as both site General Managers and the public face of the organization. Under the direction of a Field Program Manager you will open and operate a Camp Galileo location serving campers and their families within your community! You will lead a dynamic seasonal team of educators as well as enthusiastic entry-level staff to create joyful, safe environments, and ensure smooth daily operations. With a focus on exceptional camper and ...

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  • 1 day ago

    Assistant Camp Director

    Galileo Learning - Multiple locations

    As Assistant Camp Director, you ll work closely and collaborate with the Camp Director to oversee daily camp operations, support staff, and ensure a joyful, safe, and inclusive experience for all campers. This position involves independently leading and supervising the Extended Care program, collaborating with the Camp Director on daily operations, and providing operational leadership during busy periods. The Assistant Camp Director also plays a crucial role in staff support and team management; ...

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    Summer Camp Site Director

    Galileo Learning - San Jose, CA, United States

    Site Directors lead dynamic summer camps for K 8th grade, serving as both site General Managers and the public face of the organization. Under the direction of a Field Program Manager you will open and operate a Camp Galileo location serving campers and their families within your community! You will lead a dynamic seasonal team of educators as well as enthusiastic entry-level staff to create joyful, safe environments, and ensure smooth daily operations. With a focus on exceptional camper and ...

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