Gateway Instructor II

Clear Destination Inc.; Timonium, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym membership

In-gym discounts

Guest visits

Pro-deals

Job summary

The Gateway Instructor II for Programs at Clear Destination Inc. is a passionate, motivated individual who loves to work with and teach people of all ages, provides a great customer experience, and has a desire to grow in the climbing community.

The position involves top rope belaying for participants and facilitating games/activities, including adult introductory belay, bouldering or technique skill classes, all while managing risks for participants during our various programs.

Qualifications

• Passion for climbing, yoga, or fitness and community engagement.
• Willingness to learn from others and collaborate to achieve goals.
• Interest in working with both children and adults to support transformative experiences.
• Relentlessly positive and upbeat attitude to inspire others.
• Prior climbing experience required; prior instruction experience preferred.
• Ability to work 6–10 hours per week primarily on weekday afternoons and/or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate transformative climbing experiences while managing risks for participants and the community at large.
• Communicate effectively with clients of all ages and abilities while demonstrating empathy and compassion.
• Provide excellent customer service for all guests by seeking answers and solutions for customer questions.
• Teach climbing skills from provided curriculums and create inclusive spaces that foster a sense of belonging.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with co-workers and supervisors about feedback and concerns.
• Speak open and honestly; asking for help when needed and look to learn from mistakes.
• Develop skills to effectively communicate with others and listen to other perspectives to build partnerships.

Skills

climbing passion

yoga interest

growth mindset

openness to learn

positive attitude

ability to work 6-10 hours per week

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Gateway Instructor II for Programs is a passionate, motivated individual who loves to work with and teach people of all ages, provides a great customer experience, and has a desire to grow in the climbing community. The position involves top rope belaying for participants and facilitating games/activities. It may also include teaching adult introductory belay, bouldering or technique skill classes, all while managing risks for participants during our various programs. The programs include camps, After School programs, parties, intro series classes and other programs as needed. Part-time instructors are primarily working with youth between the ages of 4-17 or adults for 2-4 hours per class, depending on the program. At least some prior climbing experience is required, but we are excited to help individuals who are excited to learn, grow as climbers and instructors!

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate transformative climbing experiences while managing risks for participants and the community at large.
• Communicate effectively with clients of all ages and abilities while demonstrating empathy and compassion.
• Provide excellent customer service for all guests by seeking answers and solutions for customer questions.
• Teach climbing skills from provided curriculums and create inclusive spaces that foster a sense of belonging.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with co-workers and supervisors about feedback and concerns.
• Speak open and honestly; asking for help when needed and look to learn from mistakes.
• Develop skills to effectively communicate with others and listen to other perspectives to build partnerships.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Have a passion for climbing, yoga, or fitness, or an interest in engaging with our community, and show a growth mindset through a willingness to learn and a sense of curiosity.
• Demonstrate an openness to learn from others and collaborate to achieve common goals.
• Interest in working with both children and adults to support others having transformative, purpose-driven experiences.
• Have a relentlessly positive and upbeat attitude to inspire others to live life intentionally and strive for personal bests.
• Prior experience working with youth preferred but not required.
• Prior climbing experience required and prior experience instructing on any topic preferred.
• Ability to work 6-10 hours per week primarily on weekday afternoons and/or weekends.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This is a part-time position
• Starting at $16.50 - $19.00/hour, with flexibility based on experience
• Benefits include free membership, in-gym discounts, guest visits, and pro-deals
• New hires will complete a screening process.
• Scheduled shift times may vary from week to week or month to month.
• Opportunities for passionate individuals with strong instruction skills to advance into other operations and programs positions within the gym.

Applications will be accepted until 9/30/26