Youth Climbing Programs Lead

Central Rock Gym; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Rock Gym in Warwick, RI seeks a Youth Programs Director to lead coaches and foster a fun, welcoming environment for youth programs. This role focuses on introducing climbing fundamentals, building a strong base, developing skills, and ensuring an engaging CRG youth community experience aligned with our pillars of community, grit, and growth.

You will manage and run our youth programs, coordinating with managers to schedule seasons, set pricing, and hire/train staff while upholding

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth in an adventure/educational setting.
• Strong behavior management skills with youth of all ages.
• Strong in-person and remote communication skills.
• Minimum 2 years of climbing experience.
• Weekday afternoon availability and willingness to work weekends.
• Proficiency in top rope belaying.
• Careful attention to detail, ability to analyze movement and provide insightful feedback.

Responsibilities

• Regularly leading practices with confidence.
• Work with the manager to create a programming schedule for each season.
• Communication with parents around each program.
• Completion of SafeSport training for youth coaches.
• Youth Programs – work with DOH to get permitted and follow DOH standards when training staff.
• Work collaboratively with the manager to schedule, determine pricing, and hire/train staff for each season/offering for youth programs.
• Strict adherence to our coaches’ code of conduct.
• Create and implement weekly lesson plans.
• Consistent communication with coaching staff regarding scheduling, practice, and youth progress.
• Other duties as needed.

Skills

Youth program experience

Behavior management

Communication skills (in-person/remote

Climbing knowledge (top rope)

Scheduling/planning

Feedback and movement analysis

Attention to detail

Job description

Central Rock Gym in Warwick, RI seeks a Youth Programs Director to lead coaches and foster a fun, welcoming environment for youth programs. This role focuses on introducing climbing fundamentals, building a strong base, developing skills, and ensuring an engaging CRG youth community experience aligned with our pillars of community, grit, and growth.

You will manage and run our youth programs, coordinating with managers to schedule seasons, set pricing, and hire/train staff while upholding