Upper School Climbing Coach — Build Skills & Confidence

Mcleanschool; Potomac (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

McLean School in Potomac, MD, seeks an Upper School Rock Climbing Coach to start November 2026. The role involves planning and leading safe rock climbing practices for students of varying skill levels, teaching techniques, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.

Candidates should bring prior coaching experience, knowledge of belaying, knots, and risk management, with CPR/AED/First Aid certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching, instructing, or supervising rock climbing, preferably with middle/high school students.
• Knowledge of indoor climbing techniques, safety procedures, equipment use, harness fitting, knots, belaying, and risk management.
• Belay certification or ability to obtain before season; CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Embrace McLean School Core Values and model behaviors.
• Plan and lead safe, organized rock climbing practices for varying skill levels.
• Teach climbing techniques: bouldering, top-rope, belaying, knots, equipment use.
• Ensure safety by enforcing rules and proper equipment use.
• Provide instruction, encouragement, and feedback to develop skills, confidence, and fitness.
• Supervise practices, competitions, and team activities with a positive environment.
• Communicate schedules, expectations, safety, and team needs with student-athletes, families, and staff.

Skills

Rock climbing coaching

Safety procedures

Belaying

Leadership

Communication

Job description

McLean School in Potomac, MD, seeks an Upper School Rock Climbing Coach to start November 2026. The role involves planning and leading safe rock climbing practices for students of varying skill levels, teaching techniques, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.

Candidates should bring prior coaching experience, knowledge of belaying, knots, and risk management, with CPR/AED/First Aid certifications preferred.