Outdoor Adventures Guide & Leadership Mentor

Williamsburg Learning; Broomfield (CO); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Paid trainings

401(k) and PTO

Job summary

Williamsburg Learning in Colorado seeks enthusiastic outdoor and leadership mentors to serve as Adventure Guides in assigned regions. Guides partner with an Adventure Lead to facilitate dynamic, hands‑on learning experiences that foster personal growth, resilience, and leadership development in students.

Adventure Fridays often run 2–5 hours, with mileage reimbursement provided for travel. Candidates must be 18+, hold First Aid/CPR, a valid driver’s license, and pass a background check; strong

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old and one year post‑high school.
• Outdoor and/or leadership experience preferred.
• Current First Aid & CPR certification (or willingness to obtain prior to start).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check.
• Strong organizational, planning, and communication skills.
• Ability to mentor youth with authenticity, enthusiasm, and a passion for outdoor experiences.
• Experience working with students in grades 6–12.

Responsibilities

• Participate in training on the Williamsburg Adventures model for creating meaningful, growth‑oriented experiences.
• Engage in and help facilitate 1:1 conversations, group discussions, and reflection before, during, and after activities.
• Attend all required online and in‑person trainings (schedule provided in advance).
• Serve in an assigned geographic area and travel as needed to support programming.
• Support multiple student groups throughout the semester, adapting to varying group needs.
• Assist Adventure Leads during approximately 10 predetermined Adventure Fridays per semester.
• Guide students through activities, lead discussions, take attendance, and support games and programming.
• Arrive 30 minutes prior to each event and assist with setup, cleanup, and equipment care.
• Support adventures typically held between 9:00 AM–3:00 PM and lasting 2–5 hours.
• Assist Adventure Leads in maintaining student safety from drop‑off to pick‑up.
• Help supervise large groups of students and ensure adherence to safety procedures.
• Report directly to the State Coordinator within the assigned geographic area.
• Communicate feedback, observations, and concerns to the Lead and Coordinator.
• Represent Williamsburg Learning professionally during all activities and trips.
• Participate in Williamsburg Learning events as requested.
• Serve as a substitute when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the State Adventures Coordinator.

Skills

Outdoor leadership

Mentor youth

Communication

Event coordination

Safety supervision

Education

One year post-secondary

Tools

SIS

Canvas

Zoom

Remind

Google Suite

Job description

Williamsburg Learning in Colorado seeks enthusiastic outdoor and leadership mentors to serve as Adventure Guides in assigned regions. Guides partner with an Adventure Lead to facilitate dynamic, hands‑on learning experiences that foster personal growth, resilience, and leadership development in students.

Adventure Fridays often run 2–5 hours, with mileage reimbursement provided for travel. Candidates must be 18+, hold First Aid/CPR, a valid driver’s license, and pass a background check; strong