Youth Climbing Instructor - Flexible Part-Time & Growth

First Ascent Climbing; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time hourly role starting at $18.

Free membership to all First Ascent Cl

Job summary

First Ascent Climbing & Fitness is seeking a Youth Climbing Instructor in Arlington Heights to create a safe, welcoming, and fun environment for climbers ages 3–17 across 8‑week classes, drop‑ins, camps, and events.

You will deliver engaging, age‑appropriate instruction, balance safety with skill development, and collaborate with instructors and leadership to maintain a high‑quality experience for climbers and families.

Qualifications

• Availability 4pm–8pm on weekdays or 9am–2pm on weekends
• Previous experience teaching rock climbing to children
• 1 year+ experience with grade school children
• 1 year+ personal rope climbing experience (top rope)
• Energetic, safety-focused and dependable

Responsibilities

• Independently run 60–90 minute classes with 4–6 students or co-instruct with 6–12 students
• Implement a structured curriculum while staying flexible to keep students engaged
• Communicate with parents about child progress
• Coordinate with Youth Leadership Team regularly
• Contribute ideas for new teaching exercises or games

Skills

Belay certification

Child instruction experience

Communication with children

Dependability

High energy

Job description

First Ascent Climbing & Fitness is seeking a Youth Climbing Instructor in Arlington Heights to create a safe, welcoming, and fun environment for climbers ages 3–17 across 8‑week classes, drop‑ins, camps, and events.

You will deliver engaging, age‑appropriate instruction, balance safety with skill development, and collaborate with instructors and leadership to maintain a high‑quality experience for climbers and families.