18h ago

Rock Climbing Instructor

Menlo Park, California

$49k-$51.4k / year

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💼 About This Role

You'll co-lead rock climbing programs for youth campers, teaching safety and technical skills while supporting other outdoor activities. Your core impact is empowering kids to build confidence and leadership through hands-on outdoor experiences. Training and certification bonuses make this role stand out.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Lead rock climbing programs with a co-instructor for groups of campers.
  • Set top ropes and releasable rappels without supervision.
  • Manage gear inventory, inspection, and maintenance.
  • Ensure risk management and teach campers safe recreation practices.

📋 Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Personal or professional climbing experience required, with skills in trad climbing, anchors, top rope, knots, and rappels.
  • Minimum Basic First Aid, CPR, and Mandatory Reporter certification by start of camp.
  • For driver roles: at least 20 years old with a valid driver's license and clean record.

✨ Nice to Have

  • 1+ years experience working with kids in a professional or volunteer setting.
  • Single Pitch Instructor (SPI) certification.
  • Wilderness First Responder or EMT certification.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • 💰 Certification bonuses up to $400 per certification paid end-of-season.
  • 🏕️ Training provided for all core sports including mountain biking, paddling, hiking.
  • 🏡 Housing support available through TA Specialist.
  • 🚐 Driver roles available with additional training and assessment.

📨 Hiring Process

Submit application, one-way video interview, 40-minute live virtual interview with three references, then final decision.

🚩 Heads Up

  • Mismatch: job title says 'Instructor' but duties include supervising children with only 1+ years preferred experience.
  • Role requires driving 15-passenger vans with trailers, but driver eligibility restrictions may limit candidates.
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