Climbing Instructor

**Junglesport Program Instructor**

**Junglesport is Hiring**

Junglesport Inc. is a mobile climbing and adventure company that provides exciting and challenging climbing programs for students in Grades K-12. Operating for 20 years, Junglesport services over 250 schools each year Junglesport is currently looking for two full-time (37.5 hours/week) instructors for the remainder of this school year and beyond. This job will be primarily based in Halton Region (Burlington, Oakville, Milton, and surrounding areas), with occasional travel to Mississauga and Hamilton required as well.

Job Responsibilities

Working with co-instructors, your responsibilities will include:

- Set up and tear down the Junglesport structure each week
- Perform daily inspections of safety equipment
- Demonstrate, support, and supervise the use of Low Rope activities for younger students
- Demonstrate, support, and supervise the use of Fixed Line and Top Rope systems
- Changeover of activities throughout the week
- Adhere to company policies, procedure, and curriculum
- Demonstrate strong risk management skills
- Ensure the safe and professional delivery of Junglesport programs

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Benefits of working with Junglesport**
- A fun, interactive work day
- A great opportunity to gain teaching experience with a range of ages and abilities
- A fantastic opportunity for people with interests in kinesiology, physical fitness, coaching, teaching, and outdoor recreation
- School contracts allow for time off around school breaks such as Christmas, March Break and summers
- Pay starting at $18-20
- Opportunity for pay increases and progression based on performance
- Travel compensation for long commutes (>50km or >1 hour)

**Qualifications and Skills**
- Minimum 1 year instructional experience working with youth aged 4-16
- Experience in recreation or education such as camps, outdoor programs, or teaching
- Climbing experience is beneficial, but not required
- Comfortable with heights
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs for setups and teardowns
- Strong interpersonal communication skills, diligence, and professionalism
- G License and reliable vehicle access is essential due to the mobile nature of the company
- Programs are booked in a consistent geographical area; however, some extra driving may be occasionally required
- Ability to work and problem solve with mínimal supervision
- Trailer towing experience an asset
- Vulnerable Sector Police Check Required
- Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

**Personal Qualities**
- Excited to learn new skills
- Thrives in an active and fast paced environment
- Strong attention to detail

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**Salary**: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 - 40 per week

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Do you have reliable access to a vehicle?

**Experience**:

- teaching or coaching: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Class G Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-03-01