Mountain Biking Instructor

Alterra Mountain Company•Dundee Township, IL

3d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Mountain Bike Instructor is responsible for delivering safe, engaging, and skill-appropriate mountain biking instruction to individuals or groups of all ages and experience levels. This role involves teaching beginner to advanced riding techniques, promoting trail etiquette, and ensuring a positive and inclusive learning environment. Instructors must demonstrate strong communication skills, a passion for biking, and a commitment to safety and outdoor education for our 4-day summer bike camps.

Requirements

BICP (Bike Instructor Certification Program) Level 1 preferred, Ride Leader Certification required.
Expert mountain bike rider required due to the terrain available at Schweitzer
Must be able to communicate instructions to others
Full suspension bike required
Personal pads and helmets required.
Minimum education required- none
Minimum time in related position- At least 1 season of previous mountain bike instruction experience
Background Check Required: Yes

Nice To Haves

Full medical benefits, vacation time, and paid parental leave (depending on employment status)

Responsibilities

Teach lessons utilizing recognized methodology accepted by the Bike Instructor Certification Program (BICP), with an emphasis on safety, fun, and learning while upholding the highest levels of guest service.
Teach riders of varying experience levels core mountain biking techniques such as body positioning, braking, cornering, climbing, descending, and navigating technical terrain.
Promote trail stewardship and etiquette by educating riders on responsible trail use, environmental awareness, and respectful behavior toward other trail users.
Responsible for teaching and managing groups of 1 to 8 students ranging from 8 to 13 years old of differing abilities.
Willingness to develop personal skills in the realms of guest, teaching and technical skills.
Conduct pre-ride safety checks, assess trail conditions, and enforce the use of proper protective gear. Monitor participants for fatigue or injury and respond appropriately to emergencies.
Prepare and organize teaching aids, route plans, and safety protocols to ensure smooth and effective sessions.
Teach students basic bike repair including replacing or repairing bike tire tubes.
Minor first aid