Lead Instructor - Stone Canyon

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Job Posting Title:

Lead Instructor - Stone Canyon

    

Job Description:

The essential duties and responsibilities of a Lead Instructor include, but are not limited to:
- Provide a fun and safe environment for all students and clients.
- Teach activity groups of 12 - 15 students in an outdoor classroom setting, and deliver lesson plans that cover various topics such as Science, Outdoor Education, and Leadership.
- Assist in the preparation of weekly schedules and group organization. Instructors are trained in all class modules (outdoor education, science, & leadership).
- Leads will be trained on all classes first season, will help to teach/train new staff in following seasons.
- Mentor and support seasonal Program Instructors by performing class observations, providing instructional guidance, and constructive feedback.
- Facilitate a clear and effective line of communication with the program manager to voice any needs, questions, or concerns brought forward by seasonal Program Instructors. (Liaison - Be able to effectively channel communication between program instructors and admin. Be a voice for instructors and deliver urgent and pertinent information/concerns in a timely manner.)
- Leads do not provide a direct supervisory role to Program instructors. Leads will act as a mentor and role model to program instructors by providing leadership, direction, and support.
- Collaborate with administration to plan and implement new staff training sessions twice a year.
- Oversee instruction and effectively communicate with the supervisor any discipline or other issues that may arise within the group.
- One (1) Overnight On-Duty shift per week. Act as the point of contact for various needs and emergencies that may occur.
- Properly care for program equipment and supplies. Set-up and takedown of classrooms and activities, and leave areas of teaching in good condition for the next instructor. Develop teaching aids as assigned.
- Support and assist with High School Lead volunteer coordination when needed.

    

Position Specific Information (if Applicable):

The Fall 2025 season will run from July 28 - December 19

Minimum Requirements:

• Be at least 21 years old

• Possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or related experience

• Have 2-3 seasons of OE, summer camp or related experience

• CPR and First Aid Certified (can be certified as part of staff training)

• Pass a criminal background check

• Ability to work with and supervise school age students in an outdoor classroom environment & enjoy working with young people!

• Enjoy sharing their passion for the outdoors and personal growth with others!

Perks:

• Paid staff training

• On-site housing accommodations (private room)

• Meals provided during programming

• The opportunity to build on technical and interpersonal skills to continue development in the experiential education field

• Pro deals and teacher discounts available

    

Responsibilities:

--- Help in the design of new revenue streams and programs that extend the program calendar.

--- Collaborate with administration to plan and implement staff training twice a year and to provide ongoing training opportunities throughout the season.

--- Properly care for all ropes course equipment including counting the number of climbers and always communicating any issues to the Director in a timely manner. Responsible for set up and take down of elements as assigned.

--- Assist the Assistant Director with management of student discipline during OE season.

--- Anticipate potential safety hazards and health needs. Able to respond to emergencies in a calm manner and follow proper facility procedures during and after an incident. Provide basic first aid as trained to do so.

--- Supervise 4th -8th grade students in a residential outdoor science school setting. T