Indoor Camp Counselor

Rock Spot Climbing; South Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a leading climbing facility as an Indoor Camp Counselor! This role is perfect for dynamic individuals who are passionate about climbing and youth engagement. You will create an exciting camp experience for young climbers, ensuring safety while fostering a love for climbing. Your responsibilities will include teaching climbing techniques, planning personalized lessons, and facilitating fun activities. If you enjoy working with children and have a knack for creating engaging environments, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to inspire the next generation of climbers. Embrace the chance to make a difference in a supportive and energetic atmosphere!

Qualifications

• Must be CPR and First Aid certified or willing to acquire certification.
• Experience in teaching or coaching hands-on skills is essential.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and fun camp experience for young climbers.
• Teach climbing techniques and manage daily activities.

Skills

Outgoing, friendly personality

Teaching/coaching experience

Indoor rock climbing and belaying experience

Experience working with youth

Detail oriented and organized

CPR and First Aid Certified

Education

Schooling in education, recreation, or related field

Job description

Job Purpose

The Indoor Camp Counselor at Rock Spot Climbing is responsible for creating an awesome camp experience for young climbers. They will monitor safety and create fun activities during our weekly camp programs for youth at our facilities. All activities will be conducted under the direction of the Program Manager.

Our team members are dynamic individuals who are on board with our Mission and Core Values, noted below.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. First Class Customer Service - Maintain a safe, positive and productive learning atmosphere for a 10 week vacation season.
2. High Quality Instruction - Teach hard skills as well as technique in a small group setting, while managing the flow of activities/learning day to day and week to week.
3. Professional Communication - Interact regularly and professionally with campers and parents.
4. Personalized Lesson Planning - Implement and monitor lesson plans and curriculum while adapting and modifying activities based on the needs of individual students. Be knowledgeable of all games and activities.
5. Terrific Teamwork - Operate as part of a team with other counselors and staff.

Qualifications and Skills
We are looking for

• Outgoing, friendly personality
• Schooling in education, recreation, or a related field
• Previous indoor rock climbing and belaying experience
• Experience teaching/coaching a hands-on skill or sport
• Experience working with youth of all ages
• Previous camp/youth experience
• Experience creating or implementing lesson plans
• Experience running games and activities for youth
• Ability to engage an audience
• Ability to enforce rules and regulations
• Detail oriented and organized
• Punctual and reliable
• CPR and First Aid Certified (or willing to acquire)

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and move up to 50lbs

Rock Spot Climbing Mission Statement:

At Rock Spot Climbing we provide a positive climbing experience for all.

Rock Spot Climbing Core Values

• Promote Climbing to All Ages, All Abilities