Ropes Instructor
About The Position
The Ropes Instructor is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of participants while facilitating engaging and impactful learning experiences on high and low ropes elements. This role involves conducting safety briefings, supervising activities, leading groups through various elements, and assisting with equipment management and course upkeep. The instructor will guide participants in activities and discussions to foster teamwork, confidence, leadership, and communication skills, adapting the experience to meet individual and group needs. A key aspect of the role is to prepare trainees for participation by providing clear instruction and ensuring they understand the challenges involved. The instructor must also be prepared to execute emergency procedures if necessary. This position requires a commitment to being a positive role model and maintaining a professional learning environment.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Experience working with children & adults (e.g., coaching, tutoring, teaching,) desired or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Comfortable working in high environments is a must.
- Must possess excellent communication, problem solving, and risk management skills.
- Must be a positive role model.
- Ability to work in an outdoor environment in hot summer temperatures (should not exceed 105° F heat index, Winter temperatures down to 40° F wind chill).
- Strong verbal and interpersonal skills are essential for communicating with participants, co-workers, and supervisors.
- Must be able to complete the 2–3-week training period and pass all required tests (practical as well as written) as specified by Course management.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a similar ropes course instructional work environment a definite plus.
Responsibilities
- Conduct pre-use equipment and course inspections.
- Provide clear safety briefings to participants.
- Ensure participants follow all rules and guidelines.
- Supervise all activities to ensure the physical and emotional safety of individuals and groups.
- Serve as a positive professional role model for all participants.
- Lead groups through high and low ropes elements.
- Provide instruction on ropes course elements and safety procedures.
- Assist with the proper fitting of personal protective equipment.
- Facilitate debriefs as assigned to discuss group dynamics and learning outcomes.
- Guide participants in activities and discussions to build teamwork, confidence, leadership skills, and communication skills.
- Tailor the ropes course experience to individual and group needs/goals.
- Conduct High Ropes & Low Ropes instruction to ensure trainees are adequately prepared.
- Escort trainees while on the course site, maintaining orderly behavior and a professional learning environment.
- Assist with the inspection, setup, takedown, and proper storage of equipment.
- Assist with the upkeep of course elements and grounds.
- Report any concerns regarding equipment, course, or participant safety.
- Be prepared to execute emergency procedures and assist where necessary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
