Adventure Guide

arc After School and Experiential Education•Torrance, CA

3d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Arc Experience provides before and after school programs for youth throughout Southern California in Los Angeles, San Diego, and Imperial Valley. We highly value our employees, and we invest in them by providing opportunities to expand their career and life skills. Arc is looking for motivated and compassionate people who want to expand their career working with youth and have a desire to give back to the community. Arc Experience’s Outdoor Adventure division is seeking enthusiastic Outdoor Adventure Guides to inspire and empower youth through nature-based activities. No need to be a backcountry expert—we will train you in the outdoor skills you need! As a guide, you will lead team-building challenges, obstacle courses, and offsite adventures like kayaking and biking, helping students build confidence, develop social-emotional skills, and discover their potential—all while having an unforgettable time outdoors! If you are ready to turn your love for adventure into a meaningful job, join our team today!

Requirements

2+ years of experience working with K-12 students.
Understanding of outdoor education or leadership development programs.
Ability to personally participate in outdoor activities.
Strong leadership and behavior management skills, overseeing up to 20 students.
Encouraging and patient approach when working with youth.
Certified in first aid, CPR, and basic wilderness safety (or willing to complete training).
Ability to drive vehicles (with and without student passengers) per Arc’s requirements.
College transcripts that show you have 48+ college credit units completed OR you take and pass an academic proficiency exam.
To get a TB test (and provide proof that it is negative) and pass a Live Scan background check.
You will be required to take CPR and first aid training or provide proof that you have been certified within 12 months.
Valid California driver’s license required.
Reliably commute before starting work.

Nice To Haves

Experience in adventure activities is highly preferred.
English - Spanish bilingual speaker highly preferred.
Commercial Driver’s License a plus!
Familiarity with Leave No Trace (LNT) principles is preferred.
Bilingual English-Spanish speakers will have a competitive edge!
Bachelor’s degree highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead team-building challenges, obstacle courses, and offsite adventures like kayaking and biking.
Help students build confidence, develop social-emotional skills, and discover their potential.
Create and maintain a physically and mentally safe environment for students, fostering personal growth, confidence, self-reliance, and leadership.
Assist with event prep, post-event tasks, cleanup, and inventory.
Share ideas for improving programs and logistics.