Whitewater Kayak Instructor

U S National Whitewater Center • Charlotte, NC

121d

About The Position

Whitewater Kayak Instructors at the Whitewater Center are core members of the paddle sports team. Teaching students from a variety of demographics in private, group, and multi-day settings, Instructors will impart efficient techniques and convey their passion for the sport. Whitewater Kayak Instructors are part-time, seasonal, hourly employees and report directly to the Paddlesports Manager.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of experience working for a whitewater outfitter within a kayak instruction program, a guiding program, or another similar experience.
• Current First Aid, CPR & AED Certification – courses are offered by the Whitewater Center.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and during other Whitewater events as needed.

Nice To Haves

• ACA Whitewater Kayak Instructor certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate whitewater kayak instruction for individuals and small groups with an informative and enjoyable approach while proactively managing the inherent risks involved with whitewater activities.
• Provide constructive, meaningful feedback to students in order to foster skill acquisition and long-term paddler development.
• Utilize differentiated, student-centered instruction techniques, exercise useful and purposeful practices, engage in instructional session planning, and develop performance assessments.
• Execute all safety and operational processes involved in kayak instruction for the Class II-IV artificial whitewater course.
• Practice thorough communication with the paddle sports team, and aid where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operation.
• Continue to improve and develop personally as a whitewater paddler.
• Maintain accurate knowledge of activities, products, and services offered by the Whitewater Center.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Access to the Whitewater Center’s pass activities
• Staff discount program and pro deals
• 401K

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level