Part-Time Climbing Team Coach (Substitute)

Climbing Business Journal; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

RTD transit passes

Free gym membership for you and a +1

Job summary

The Spot in Fort Collins area is seeking Substitute Team Coaches to lead scheduled sessions across multiple Colorado locations. This part-time, hourly role focuses on youth development, safety, and team-based climbing experiences.

Coaches will guide athletes, develop training plans with the Head Coach, conduct risk-aware sessions, and attend competitions. Strong climbing and youth coaching background with flexible availability is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years climbing experience including indoor, outdoor, bouldering and sport climbing.
• Solid working knowledge of rope systems: belays, knots, rappels, etc.
• Must be top rope and lead belay certified
• Minimum 1 year of experience coaching & instructing climbing with youth.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends.
• Background check required

Responsibilities

• Coaching & Competition Support: Coach competitive teams and attend competitions and team events throughout the year.
• Record daily curriculum & participant performance as directed.
• Provide athletes the appropriate level of knowledge and skills to excel in climbing.
• Program Development & Support: Assist in planning team trips, camps, and outings; recruit potential team members.
• Collaborate with the Head Coach to develop and implement age-appropriate, risk-managed climbing programs.
• Attend mandatory training sessions or meetings as directed by leadership.
• Provide regular feedback to the Coaching management team.
• Lead and/or participate in coaches’ meetings before and after practice.

Skills

Climbing experience

Coaching experience

Communication skills

Team leadership

Evening/weekend availability

Job description

The Spot in Fort Collins area is seeking Substitute Team Coaches to lead scheduled sessions across multiple Colorado locations. This part-time, hourly role focuses on youth development, safety, and team-based climbing experiences.

Coaches will guide athletes, develop training plans with the Head Coach, conduct risk-aware sessions, and attend competitions. Strong climbing and youth coaching background with flexible availability is required.