Galileo Learning

Assistant Instructor (Camp Counselor)

June - August 2019 • San Jose, CA

What I liked

I liked the environment of camp because it was very different from what goes on during the school year. It was a really fun experience and helped develop my leadership abilities. It also helps a lot with communication abilities.

What I wish was different

I wish I had been able to teach in more of the engineering-related classes because that was what I am passionate about. It is sometimes difficult to move between classes, and they do their best to match you up with the classes you want.

Advice

I commonly highlight this experience because it shows how I can be a strong leader, inspire the people I work with, and work well in a team setting.

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Assistant Instructor

June - August 2019 • Mill Valley, CA

What I liked

I really enjoyed the staff at Galileo. They were very welcoming and helpful as I was a new staffer. I also really enjoyed working with a new group of children each week.

What I wish was different

I wish there would have been more training on my position. There are only a few AI at each site, so the training is not that heavy for AI.

Advice

You really need to get into the Galileo spirit to make the most of this job. Don't fight it, join it.

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Team leader

June 2018 • Arlington Heights, IL

What I liked

My co-workers, consistent schedule

What I wish was different

Better pay and upper management

Advice

Work-life balance is hard, but the kids make it worth it.

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Camp Counselor

June 2016 - August 2019 • Kentfield, CA

What I liked

The people I worked with and getting to grow over the years I had been there!

What I wish was different

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Summer Intern

June - August 2019 • Orinda, CA

What I liked

Working at Galileo Summer Camp was a great experience. The atmosphere was always positive, and I always felt like I could go to my superiors or coworkers for help. The work was hard, but always satisfying- there was always a feeling of having a real impact at camp.

What I wish was different

As a summer intern, I sometimes felt expendable. Since there were a decent few people hired for the job, I was not working every week. This also meant that every week the mix of interns was not equally trained/ proficient. This decreased as the summer went along, however.

Advice

Be aware that this is an active, hands-on job that rewards taking initiative. If you are looking for a secure, steady, weekly income, this may not be the right job for you. If you are looking for a little summer cash and a fun experience, this is the right job for you.

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Team Leader

June - July 2019 • Belmont, CA

What I liked

It was super amazing to engage with the students and promote their education! The untraditional methods of learning showed them how fun creating and trying new things can be.

What I wish was different

Doesn't everyone want a longer lunch break?

Advice

Smiles go for miles!

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Lead Instructor

June - August 2019 • Palo Alto, CA

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

Recommend starting as a Team Leader to see how camp works and then work your way up!

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Team Leader

June - August 2018 • Danville, CA

What I liked

All of my co-workers were incredibly positive and made the working environment super enjoyable

What I wish was different

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summer camp teacher

June - August 2019 • Burlingame, CA

What I liked

Friendly staff and employers. Always feel like there’s someone to go to if you have a question or are unsure.

What I wish was different

Training would be more thorough for every day to day activities

Advice

It’s a fun environment and you get your weekends off!

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Lead Instructor

June - August 2019 • Los Altos, CA

What I liked

Great leadership, many opportunities to grow

What I wish was different

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Team Leader

June - July 2023 • Palo Alto, CA

What I liked

Great team/coworkers! Fantastic supportive learning environment.

What I wish was different

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Summer Operations Intern

June - August 2019 • Orinda, CA

What I liked

I loved the collaboration between the kids and the team leaders. Everyone had a great attitude and it made a great experience for those around them.

What I wish was different

I wish there had been more involvement between the interns and the rest of the team. Many times I felt excluded from the rest of the group and several other interns had similar feelings.

Advice

I would make sure you know the hours of your role and the assigned weeks you're scheduled to work, because you might not be scheduled to work every week.

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Summer internship

July 2023 • Los Gatos, CA

What I liked

Didn’t feel like work

What I wish was different

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Team Leader

May - August 2018 • Menlo Park, CA

What I liked

The work is engaging and rewarding. Staff tends to be fairly similar in age so it’s easy to make connections with your coworkers.

What I wish was different

I wish there had been training on how to spot red flag behavior in children.

Advice

This job is very physically demanding and often requires coming in and starting the day at 7. Be prepared to be on your feet and at full energy from about 7 AM to 5 PM.

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Lead instructor

June - August 2018 • Redondo Beach, CA

What I liked

I loved being in such a high energy and growing environment! Not only was it tons of fun working with students, I also got the chance to refine my teaching skills in a less structured educational environment!

What I wish was different

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Team Lead

June - July 2023 • Diamond Bar, CA

What I liked

I enjoyed working with others who were passionate about education. My coworkers and I worked hard to make our summer camp enjoyable for the campers.

What I wish was different

It would have been a more enjoyable experience if the location in which I worked was disability friendly.

Advice

I advise you to drink lots of water and wear sunscreen. Summer camp means being outdoors.

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Operations Coordinator

June - July 2018 • Irvine, CA

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

Apply for any position you think you are suited for, even if you don’t meet all the expectations. And be clear on scheduling, they are very flexible as long as you tell them your conflicts in advance. And enjoy it, because those kids are amazing and the future of the world. 6 weeks isn’t long enough.

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Team Leader

June - August 2019 • San Francisco, CA

What I liked

I loved the community that we were able to create for the camp. There was a huge focus on education, inclusiveness, and the Galileo Innovator's Approach. The experience improved my education, management, and communication skills.

What I wish was different

I wish there had been more in-person training for camper management.

Advice

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Operations Coordinator

June - August 2019 • San Carlos, CA

What I liked

Great leadership team/staff!

What I wish was different

Advice

Be prepared for a fast-paced environment with daily HR/operations experiences and customer service inquiries! I learned a lot on the fly but thanks to this position, I now work full-time in HR.

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team leader

May - August 2018 • Sherman Oaks, CA

What I liked

I loved being able to interact with so many different ages of kids and being able to work in an environment where it was encouraged to be super silly and wacky.