Youth Cycling Trip Leader

American Youth Foundation; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Job summary

The American Youth Foundation seeks Cycling Specialists to join a staff team supporting 3–6 day cycling trips for youth aged 13–16. You will lead cycling safety instruction, manage bike maintenance, and accompany groups on trail segments across front- and back-country environments.

Housing and meals are provided, and you will be on-site during training and camp sessions. Staff live in shared housing on-site or in tents while on trail, with 24-hour availability for emergencies.

Qualifications

• Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness First Aid and CPR (training available onsite).
• Minimum age 21 or significant relevant experience may qualify candidates under 21.
• Extensive experience in bicycle touring, mountain biking, or bikepacking.
• Experience fixing and maintaining bicycles in the field (flat repair, spokes, wheel truing).
• Willingness to learn camping skills.
• 1–3 years working or volunteering with youth in recreational/educational settings.
• Demonstrated leadership and accountability.
• Ability to work with diverse groups and maintain professional boundaries.
• Strong commitment to youth development and safety.

Responsibilities

• Accompany trip groups on cycling trips and provide cycling safety and technique instruction, plus bike maintenance.
• Facilitate and teach cycling skills to campers.
• Help manage behavior and enforce community standards of respect.
• Ensure camper safety at all times and respond to emergencies on trail.
• Build relationships with campers to foster inclusivity and positive dynamics.
• Maintain professional boundaries with campers and supervisees.
• Coordinate daily with supervisor and attend staff meetings; follow trip routes and trail safety guidance.
• Contribute to logistics and gear care when in-camp.
• Participate in all camp programming and provide staff coverage as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Wilderness First Responder

CPR

Bicycle touring

Mountain biking

Bike maintenance

Youth leadership

Camping skills

Team communication

Job description

The American Youth Foundation seeks Cycling Specialists to join a staff team supporting 3–6 day cycling trips for youth aged 13–16. You will lead cycling safety instruction, manage bike maintenance, and accompany groups on trail segments across front- and back-country environments.

Housing and meals are provided, and you will be on-site during training and camp sessions. Staff live in shared housing on-site or in tents while on trail, with 24-hour availability for emergencies.