Location
Greenwood Village, CO | United States
Job description
Looking for Rock Climbing Instructors to begin asap!
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? Then you are the perfect fit for Avid4 Adventure! We are hiring Climbing Specialists for our Greenwood Village camp location. We have Climbing, Mountain-Biking, and Multi-Sport positions available at multiple program locations across the US. If you're interested in being considered for other locations - be sure to let us know!
In this role you will
- Co-lead groups of up to 13 campers in age and developmentally appropriate instruction with outdoor activities including rock climbing, mountain biking, Leave No Trace principles, and teambuilding.
- Set top ropes and releasable rappels without supervision; gear management, inventory, and daily inspection
- Depending on your camp location, you may also spend a couple days supporting mountain biking instruction along with program co-leaders (advanced mountain biking skills and knowledge not required)
- You may be asked to also instruct paddling and climbing - training will be 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
- Must be at least 18 years old at the start of training.
- Staff must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid driver's license to drive campers to and from programs. 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)
Work Schedule
- Monday - Friday, about 40 hours/week
- Position begins asap! Programs run through August 4.
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:
- 20-minute live interview & submit three references (personal and/or professional)
- Final decision!!
This process moves quickly so be ready to hear from us shortly after you submit your application.
We are unable to accept any more candidates this summer that require a visa to work with us. Be sure to check our job board again in the Fall to be considered for our 2024 Summer Season!
Why Avid4 Adventure?
- We were again voted by Outside Magazine as one of the 50 Best Places to Work .
- We are the only summer camp in the world that is a Certified B Corp (Benefit Corporation).
- We truly live by our Core Values .
- We are committed to improving inclusion, diversity, justice, and equity both internally and in the outdoor industry as a whole. You can learn more about our JEDI commitments and progress here.
- Benefits - Access to affordable health insurance, access to free gear, discounted pro deals on gear, professional development, public transportation reimbursement to/from camp, and more!
- Compensation - Hourly rates start at $18.75/hour but increase with additional experience and certifications. Hourly rates differ based location and specific programs. Read more about our compensation structure here.
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.
Why work here
- 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!
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$18.75 per hour
