Youth Coach

The Spot•Denver, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Spot is seeking a Recreational Youth Coach to create and facilitate memorable climbing experiences for kids passionate about the sport. This role involves collaborating with Youth Event Staff and Lead Recreational Coaches to deliver engaging programs. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with children, parents, and peers, and can act as a leader during camps and events while providing support during clubs. Recreational coaches should be adept at time management, maintain high energy, adapt to changing situations, and be open to constructive feedback. They should be enthusiastic, outgoing, and energetic, with a strong understanding of climbing techniques and culture.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years climbing experience, including indoor, outdoor, bouldering and sport climbing.
Must be top rope and lead belay certified.
Minimum 1 year of coaching experience.
Proficiency in teaching and evaluating rope skills, including belaying and knot tying.
Ability to effectively teach and critique climbing techniques for climbers of all skill levels.
Demonstrated experience in group management and leadership.
Strong interpersonal, public relations, conflict resolution, and motivational communication skills.
Ability to work and connect with kids and parents.
Availability to work weeknight evenings and weekends.
Physically capable of standing for extended periods of time.
Background check required.
Ability to lift and carry up to 75lbs.
Ability to effectively and appropriately belay climbers of various ages and abilities, including both top-roping and lead belaying.
Ability to stand for extended periods during practices (often 3 or more hours) and demonstrations.
Must be able to frequently work at heights.
Continuous crouching, kneeling, twisting, reaching, and climbing.
Continuous repetitive hand and arm movements.
Ability to hear and speak clearly.
Exposure to airborne chalk dust.

Nice To Haves

Redpoint Level of 5.11/ V5 or higher
Onsight Level of 5.10/V3 or higher
Ability to read and understand 5.12/V6 Safe Sport Certification

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging, high-quality climbing experiences to participants.
Adapt curriculum as needed to meet the needs and skill levels of participants'.
Perform top rope and lead belaying.
Set up, supervise and clean up youth program activities.
Lead and/or support programs such as birthday parties, group events, camps, and clubs.
Manage risk during programming and ensure all safety standards are met.
Provide instruction on climbing risk management, including falling, landing, and gym hazards.
Monitor climbing areas to ensure safety and enforce gym rules and policies.
Follow emergency procedures as needed to address any incidents.
Communicate effectively with parents to ensure a positive experience and address any concerns.
Address customer inquiries, concerns, and issues as necessary.
Interact professionally and courteously with all individuals in the gym.
Oversee Time management of programming.
Provide and accept feedback constructively from peers and management.
Manage time clock responsibly and adhere to scheduling requirements.
Attend all assigned shifts as scheduled.
Perform additional duties as required.
Submit program debriefs to the direct supervisor.
Submit attendance records and programming checklists, as required.
Submit semi-annual supervisor and business reviews.
Create an inclusive and engaging environment that fosters confidence, teamwork, and a passion for climbing among youth participants.
Ensure safety and excellence in climbing education by prioritizing risk management, enforcing gym policies, and teaching essential climbing skills.
Collaborate with peers, parents, and management to deliver engaging programs, while promoting The Spot’s mission of community, growth, and friendships for life.