Youth Program Instructor

Climbing Business Journal; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free VW Membership

Pro Deal and industry discounts

Combined Sick/PTO

Company matching retirement plan

Job summary

Vertical World Seattle seeks a Youth Program Instructor to teach rock climbing to youths aged 2–19, across school-year programs, day camps, and summer camps. You will deliver high-quality instruction and support to families in VW groups and parties.

Responsibilities include maintaining class notes, attending staff meetings, and ensuring safety with belay certification and first aid. Part-time or full-time hours, with potential to grow into a full-time role.

Qualifications

• Attend all required staff meetings and 1:1s with supervisors.
• VW Top Rope belay certified or ability to pass test.
• Current First Aid certification and Safesport certification (can be completed within first 3 months).
• Must work at least two programs per week.
• Seasonal commitment required (school year and/or summer camp).

Responsibilities

• Teaching Vertical World Youth Programs.
• Work in VW Groups and Parties.
• Assist participants and families with their needs.
• Maintain consistent and thorough class notes.

Skills

Teaching

Youth programs

Climbing instruction

Education

First Aid certification

Safesport certification

Tools

Belay certification

Job description

Vertical World has a longstanding legacy of producing the highest quality youth programs in the Region and has the reputation of being an industry leader in the category Nationwide. Youth Program (YP) Instructors teach rock climbing classes and camps to a wide range of youth climbers enrolled in our programs. The ages range from 2 - 19. YP instructors will teach classes throughout multiple seasons within the program department; School year programs, Day Camps, Summer Camps, and more. Duties may also include group offerings like Birthday Parties and groups. It is the duty of the YP Instructor to deliver the highest level of climbing instruction and professionalism to all youth climbers. YP Instructors uphold the exceptional legacy of the Vertical World youth climbing community.

Location: Vertical World Seattle

Hours: 3 - 40 hrs per week (Part Time or Full Time)

Reports to: Youth Program Coordinator

Compensation: $21.30 - $22 hourly

This position has the potential to combine with other duties at VW to create a full-time position

Responsibilities

• Teaching Vertical World Youth Programs
• Work in various youth climbing offerings such as VW Groups and Parties
• Assist participants and their families with their needs
• Maintain consistent and thorough class notes

Expectations/Values

• Uphold the highest possible standard of care and instruction
• Have great enthusiasm for the job
• Bring positivity to the work environment
• Work collaboratively with all VW staff to achieve our goals
• Show initiative to learn and adapt to situations to benefit VW and its climbers
• Implement age-appropriate lessons plans for students
• Plan for a balance of safety, technical skill, and fun in each class
• Always follow VW practices

Requirements

• Attend all required staff meetings and 1:1's with supervisors
• VW Top Rope belay certified or ability to pass test
• Current First Aid certification and Safesport certification (can be completed within first 3 months of employment)
• Must work at least two programs per week
• Seasonal commitment required (school year and/or summer camp)

Benefits

• Free VW Membership
• Pro Deal and industry discounts
• Combined Sick/PTO
• Company matching retirement plan