Rock Climbing Instructor – Multiple Locations

Do what you love! As a member of the Avid4 team, you will spend your days outside inspiring a new generation of outdoor adventurers.
Join an amazing staff community! You will be joining a team of insatiable outdoor enthusiasts - all year long, our team's communication channels are buzzing with invitations for trips, climbing days, happy hours, and other events.
Great perks! We are proud to pay all of our staff at least the living wage in the areas in which we have programs. We also value experience and certifications that enhance your outdoor educator profession. Additionally, you will have free access to our gear during non-camp hours, pro deals, adventure grants, and optional professional development opportunities.
Positions available to match your passion and experience!

Industry

Recreation

min experience

1 year

salary range

$18.25 - $24.00 / hour

Additional Job Details

International Applicants Allowed?: No

Work Visa Sponsoring Available: No

Job Overview

Are you seeking a summer of meaningful work? Are you passionate about rock climbing and want to inspire kids to find that same love for outdoor adventures? Are you looking for an employer who values you as an individual, recognizing your gifts and talents and inviting you to use them every day? Then you are the perfect fit for Avid4 Adventure!

We are hiring Rock Climbing Specialists at multiple locations including several camps in the Bay Area, Colorado, Portland, and Bellevue/Seattle Washington.

In this role you will

Co-lead groups of up to 13 campers in age and developmentally appropriate instruction with outdoor activities including mountain biking, Leave No Trace principles, and teambuilding.
You may be asked to also instruct paddling and climbing – training provided
Serve as a role model and guide campers by exhibiting appropriate behavior, attitudes, and activities.
Follow and educate campers on safety protocols to ensure the safety and wellbeing of participants.
Provide exceptional customer service to parents and all participants in our programs.

Job Requirements

Staff must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid driver’s license to drive camp campers. Drivers receive a 2% pay increase.
Personal and/or professional climbing experience required; must have thorough knowledge of common climbing knots and climb technical skills
+1 years of experience working with kids in a professional or volunteer setting preferred
Minimum of Basic First Aid & CPR certification by the start of camp (and we can point you in the right direction to get this done)

**Our non-driving Camp Instructor positions at all of our camps have been filled. Applicants must be at least 21 years old at the start of camp in order to drive Avid4 Adventure vehicles and campers.**

For California Camp Applicants: Due to California laws, applicants with a CA driver’s license must have a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) in order to drive campers in our 15 passenger vans. This restriction does not apply to non-California driver’s license holders.

Work Schedule

Typically Monday – Friday, about 40 hours/week program depending
Training and program dates are location dependent. Colorado training begins as early as May 22 and Seattle training beginning June 18. Programs run through Mid August.

READY TO JOIN THE TEAM??

We understand your time is valuable which is why we have a simple, 3-minutes or less, mobile-friendly application. We also like to be transparent about our interview process so here is what you can expect after you apply:

Step 1: Complete a one-way video interview and submit three references (personal and/or professional)
Step 2: 20-minute live virtual interview
Final decision!!

This process moves quickly so be ready to hear from us shortly after you submit your application.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://avid.workbrightats.com/jobs/967736-282407.html

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