Whitewater SUP Instructor

U S National Whitewater Center•Charlotte, NC

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Whitewater Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Instructors at the Whitewater Center are core members of the paddle sports team. Teaching students from a variety of demographics in private and group settings, Instructors will impart efficient techniques and convey their passion for the sport. Whitewater SUP 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 aSUPinstruction 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 duringother Whitewater events as needed.

Nice To Haves

ACA WhitewaterSUPInstructor certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Facilitate whitewaterSUPinstruction 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 studentsin order tofoster 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 inSUPinstruction 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.
Maintainaccurateknowledge of activities, products, and services offered by the Whitewater Center.
Other duties as assigned.