19h ago

Survival Skills Instructor

Golden, Colorado

$41.1k-$41.1k / year

part-timeeducation

💼 About This Role

You'll co-lead groups of up to 13 campers, teaching outdoor survival skills like shelter building and fire making. Your work empowers kids to live active outdoor lifestyles through hands-on adventure programming. You'll also get training in paddling, rock climbing, and mountain biking.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Teach shelter building, fire making, navigation, and plant identification.
  • Lead risk management and teach campers safe recreation practices.
  • Model appropriate behavior, attitudes, and activities for campers.
  • Provide exceptional customer service to campers, parents, and families.
  • Drive company vehicles to transport campers and gear (if eligible).

📋 Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old by start of camp.
  • At least 1 year of experience working with kids in a professional or volunteer setting.
  • Personal or professional experience in wilderness skills (e.g., Scouts, camping).
  • Minimum of Basic First Aid, CPR, and Mandatory Reporter certification by start of camp.

✨ Nice to Have

  • Valid driver's license with clean driving record for driver roles.
  • Wilderness First Aid certification ($100 bonus).
  • Teacher's License ($200 bonus).

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • 💰 $19.75/hour starting pay
  • 🎓 Certification bonuses of $100-$400 per relevant certification
  • 🏕️ Free training in paddling, rock climbing, and mountain biking

📨 Hiring Process

Submit application, then complete a one-way video interview, followed by a 40-minute live virtual interview and three references.

🚩 Heads Up

  • Job duties include instructing other sports (paddling, climbing) if asked, which may dilute focus.
  • Driver requirement with clean driving record and extra assessments may be onerous for some.
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