High Sierra Backpacking Instructor

Outward Bound California; Midpines (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food provided

Housing provided

Job summary

Outward Bound California seeks a Backpacking Instructor to lead transformative backpacking and rock climbing courses for students aged 12+. Expeditions range from 5 to 30 days across Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, Sierra National Forest, and Yosemite National Park.

Under the mentorship of Lead Instructors & Course Directors, you will teach navigation skills and facilitate socio-emotional learning on leadership, teamwork, and personal growth.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate transformative backpacking and/or rock climbing courses with students ages 12+.
• Teach technical skills such as map/compass navigation and foster socio-emotional learning around leadership, community, and personal growth.

Job description

OBCA strives to create an equitable and inclusive culture where our staff feel respected for their identities and lived experiences. We are looking for team members who can actively join us in the process of furthering our vision for equity and belonging.

Position Description

Bring your love for adventure and community building to the Sierra Nevada Mountains. As a Backpacking Instructor, you will facilitate transformative backpacking and/or rock climbing courses with students (ages 12+). Our expeditions range from 5-30 days and take place in a variety of locations within Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, Sierra National Forest, and Yosemite National Park. With the mentorship of our Lead Instructors & Course Directors, you will teach technical skills (like map/compass navigation) and facilitate socio-emotional learning (on topics like leadership, community, and personal growth). Food and housing is provided to staff at our Midpines basecamp, just 30 miles from Yosem...