Mountain Biking Camp Instructor

Full Time
Palo Alto, CA 94301
$23 an hour
Posted
Job description

Are you seeking a summer of meaningful work? Are you passionate about mountain biking and want to inspire kids to find that same love for outdoor adventures? Are you looking for an employer who values you as an individual, recognizing your gifts and talents and inviting you to use them every day? Then you are the perfect fit for Avid4 Adventure!


Why Avid4 Adventure?

  • We were again voted by Outside Magazine as one of the 50 Best Places to Work.
  • We are the only summer camp in the world that is a Certified B Corp (Benefit Corporation).
  • We truly live by our Core Values.
  • We are committed to improving inclusion, diversity, justice, and equity both internally and in the outdoor industry as a whole. You can learn more about our JEDI commitments and progress here.
  • Benefits - Access to affordable health insurance, access to free gear, discounted pro deals on gear, professional development, public transportation reimbursement to/from camp, and more!
  • Compensation - Hourly rates start at $23/hour. Read more about our compensation structure here.

We are hiring Mountain Biking Program Specialists for the following locations:

  • Mill Valley/San Rafael
  • Burlingame/ San Mateo
  • Menlo Park/Palo Alto
  • Cupertino/San Jose

We have Mountain Biking Program Specialist positions available at multiple program locations across the US. If you're interested in being considered for other locations - be sure to let us know!


In this role you will

  • Co-lead groups of up to 13 campers in age and developmentally appropriate instruction with outdoor activities including mountain biking, Leave No Trace principles, and teambuilding.
  • You may be asked to also instruct paddling and climbing - training provided
  • Serve as a role model and guide campers by exhibiting appropriate behavior, attitudes, and activities.
  • Follow and educate campers on safety protocols to ensure the safety and wellbeing of participants.
  • Provide exceptional customer service to parents and all participants in our programs.

Job Requirements

  • Staff must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid driver's license to drive campers. Drivers receive a 2% pay increase.
  • Personal and/or professional mountain biking experience a must have
  • +1 years of experience working with kids in a professional or volunteer setting preferred
  • Must enjoy spending time with kids and having fun!
  • Minimum of Basic First Aid & CPR certification by the start of camp (and we can point you in the right direction to get this done)


**Our non-driving Camp Instructor positions at all of our camps have been filled. Applicants must be at least 21 years old at the start of camp in order to drive Avid4 Adventure vehicles and campers.*

Due to California laws, applicants with a CA driver's license must have a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) in order to drive campers in our 15 passenger vans. This restriction does not apply to non-California driver's license holders.

Work Schedule

  • Typically Monday - Friday, about 40 hours/week program depending
  • Training begins ; camps run through , program depending


READY TO JOIN THE TEAM??

We understand your time is valuable which is why we have a simple, 3-minutes or less, mobile-friendly application. We also like to be transparent about our interview process so here is what you can expect after you apply:

  • Step 1: Complete a one-way video interview and submit three references (personal and/or professional)
  • Step 2: 20-minute live virtual interview
  • Final decision!!

This process moves quickly so be ready to hear from us shortly after you submit your application.

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