Climbing Wall 3 - Instructor Education and teaching : Mount Royal University · Calgary $25.55–$32.32 an hour Open until filled

Alberta; Calgary; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cougars Athletics and Recreation at Mount Royal University is seeking a Climbing Instructor to teach climbing skills and safety in MRU Climbing Centre programs and private bookings. The role emphasizes risk management, diverse participant groups, and creating a positive learning environment for all ages.

Qualifications

• 18–24 months of climbing-related experience.
• Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification.
• ACMG Level 1 Climbing Gym Instructor and/or Top Rope Climbing Instructor certification(s).
• Advanced understanding of climbing techniques and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Teach and coach technical climbing skills (top rope, lead, belaying, equipment use, rappelling, movement).
• Welcome participants into the facility and explain key policies and procedures.
• Distribute rental equipment and ensure it is returned and put away.
• Actively supervise learners to ensure climbers and belayers are safe.
• Provide coaching and corrective instruction on techniques as necessary.
• Ensure programs are accessible and accommodate diverse access needs.
• Foster belonging in recreation programs and services.

Skills

Teaching/Coaching

Safety awareness

Interpersonal communication

Education

Standard First Aid & CPR-C

ACMG Level 1 Climbing Gym Instructor/Top Rope Instructor

Tools

Belay equipment operation

Job description

About the Role

The Climbing Instructor is a member of Cougars Athletics and Recreation which actively creates, promotes, and sustains an environment in which the Mount Royal University community is challenged and supported in pursuit of personal growth in sport and leisure. This is a flexible position which is expected to end late April 2027 and whose work schedule is variable and may include an irregular schedule of not less than three (3) hours per shift and up to thirty-five (35) hours per week. Availability is needed forTuesday, Thursday, and Sunday mornings, with potential additional shifts available.

Reporting the Adventure Programming Supervisor, the Climbing Instructor is part of the programs and services team. The team is driven by their why: to inspire people to move so that they can be the best versions of themselves. We invite and welcome people to show up as their authentic selves; we develop people in ways that matter most to them; we build communities that connect people to what brings them joy; we create accessible and inclusive spaces, places, and programs; and we establish relationships that foster a sense of belonging.

The Climbing Instructor is responsible for providing climbing skills-based teaching during MRU Climbing Centre programs and private bookings. The ability to effectively manage risks inherent to climbing and attention to detail are integral to success in this position, as well as a passion for teaching a variety of demographics and facilitating a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach and coach technical climbing skills, including: top rope and lead climbing and belaying, equipment use, rappelling, climbing movement, physical training
• Welcome participants into the facility and highlight key policies & procedures
• Distribute rental equipment and ensure it is returned and put away
• Actively supervise learners ensuring that all climbers and belayers are safe
• Provide coaching and corrective instruction on techniques as necessary
• Ensure programs and services are developed and executed with accommodation for access needs
• Ensure people with varying abilities and circumstances feel a sense of belonging in recreation programs and services

Qualifications

• 18 - 24 months of experience
• Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification
  • Training is available for new or expiring staff members as necessary
• Advanced understanding of climbing techniques and terminology
• Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG) Level 1 Climbing Gym Instructor and/or Top Rope Climbing Instructor certification(s)
  • Certification funding support is available for staff members

Preferred

• Current Mount Royal University Student
• Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG) Level 2 Climbing Gym Instructor and/or Top Rope Climbing Instructor certification(s)
• Interest in Climbing Centre monitoring and route setting
• Experience working with youth of various ages in a leadership or facilitation role

Salary: $25.55 - $32.32 per hour

Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found