Spring Break/Summer Camp Instructor

Bouldering Project's mission is to foster meaningful human connection with the most inspiring and inclusive climbing, movement, and community spaces. We care deeply about humans. We're driven by the pursuit of better. We create joyful places and pathways for climbing, fitness, yoga, and social experiences that inspire people to challenge themselves and engage in a lifestyle centered around health, friendship, and purpose. 

SUMMER CAMP INSTRUCTOR

Summer Camp Instructors are dependable, caring, joyful staff who facilitate bouldering day camps that provide huge fun, big challenges, and room for youth ages 5-12 yrs to try new activities. Instructors set clear expectations, engaging activities, and positive reinforcement to foster a safe and inclusive environment for all summer camp participants. Instructors lead and facilitate climbing instruction, games, and activities for summer camp participants and are expected to follow and uphold all ABP rules and Youth Program policies. 

ABP YOUTH PROGRAMS GOALS

Bouldering Project's mission is to foster meaningful human connection with the most inspiring and inclusive climbing, movement, and community spaces. We care deeply about humans. We're driven by the pursuit of better. We create joyful places and pathways for climbing, fitness, yoga, and social experiences that inspire people to challenge themselves and engage in a lifestyle centered around health, friendship, and purpose. Youth Programs Instructors provide exemplary leadership and foster a safe and inclusive environment for all youth program participants. Instructors lead and facilitate climbing instruction, games, and activities across all youth programs and are expected to follow and uphold all ABP rules and policies related to youth instruction.

PROGRAM INSTRUCTION

• Facilitate check-in, waivers, rental shoes, facility rules, and orientation with Youth Program participants.
• Execute lessons that contribute to and reflect the quality of ABP's youth programs.
• Instruct Youth Program sessions in collaboration with/under the guidance of the Programs Manager and Supervisor.
• Participate in the instruction of scheduled groups.
• Provide excellent customer service to all families entering the Austin Bouldering Project facility by communicating in a friendly and professional manner.
• Maintain regular communication with Programs Managers and Lead regarding youth programming at ABP.

FACILITY SAFETY AND INCIDENT RESPONSE

• Ensure that all participants are aware of the risks, rules, and regulations of the facility.
• Actively promote risk mitigation through ongoing instruction and orientation.
• Ensure the safety of participants, staff, and regular customers through group organization, oversight, and control.
• Respond to any and all safety or health incidents following the Safety Manual and protocol.
• Administration of first aid in accordance with Safety Manual and ABP protocol.
• Documentation of incidents through incident report log.
• Track and maintain Austin Bouldering Project Youth Program equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 18 years of age
• Enjoy working with youth
• Available to work evenings and/or weekends
• Previous youth experience preferred
• Previous customer service experience preferred

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Gym memberships for you and a +1
• Gear and merchandise discounts in-store and at local retailers
• A work environment where community, respect, and balance are core
• DOE

SCHEDULE AND EXPECTATIONS

• Attend Camp Instructor training in early March for Spring Break and early May for Summer Break.
• Work between 15 and 40 hours per week for 6-12 weeks of camp over the summer, starting May 27th. Schedule preferences will be taken into consideration. Additional opportunity to work Spring Break Camp March 11-15th.
• Camp shifts are generally Mon-Fri 8:30am-3:30pm, with additional shifts available 8:30am-1:00pm and 1:00pm-5:30pm.
• Must be dependable, responsible, and punctual.

HIRING TIMELINE

• Applicants who want to be considered for Spring Break Camp must apply by February 7th.
• Group interviews to be held in early February.
• Spring Break camp training will take place in early March.