Adult Program Instructor

At Movement, our core values of partnership, inclusion, passion, innovation, and integrity are at the heart of everything we do.

We're not just a climbing gym - we're a community that's dedicated to transforming lives through climbing, yoga, and fitness and sharing that vision with as many people as we can.

As the country’s largest network of climbing gyms, we're building an extraordinary team that's committed to growing our business, our value to our members, our future customers, and our industry.

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.

By expanding our community, we can create rewarding career paths for our team members, continually improve the customer experience, build a sustainable business for the long term, and give back to the communities we are all a part of.

We’re looking for passionate, resilient, and business-minded enthusiasts who share our values and want to join us in not only leading the climbing industry but defining it!

JOB SUMMARY

The Specialist Instructor for Adult Programs is a passionate, motivated individual who loves to work with and teach adults belay skills, provides a great customer experience, and has demonstrated the ability to help the climbing community grow in their abilities.

The position involves teaching and possibly training instructors on lead climbing classes, intermediate climbing skills classes and clinics while managing risks for participants.

Our adult programs are open to participants ages 13 and up, but any instructor may be scheduled for additional programs including working with youth based on facility needs.

Part time instructors are primarily working on weeknights and weekends. Prior climbing and instruction experience including the ability to lead climb is required.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach climbing skills from provided curriculums, facilitate transformative moments through instruction, and create inclusive spaces that foster a sense of belonging while effectively managing risk in an educational environment.
• Communicate effectively with clients of all ages and abilities while demonstrating empathy and compassion.
• Provide excellent customer service for all guests by seeking answers and solutions for customer questions.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with co-workers and supervisors about feedback and concerns.
• Demonstrate humility through self-awareness and the ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
• Speak open and honestly; asking for help when needed and look to learn from mistakes.
• Effectively communicates with others and considers communication styles to build and maintain partnerships.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Have a passion for climbing, an interest in engaging with our community, and shows a growth mindset by challenging the status quo with creative and practical thinking to come up with new ways of doing things;

uses failure as a learning experience and takes measured risks.

• Collaborates and shares information to drive alignment and mutual success.
• Contributes to driving a culture based in transformative and intentional purpose-driven experiences.
• Have a relentlessly positive and upbeat attitude to inspire others to live life intentionally and strive for personal bests.
• Prior experience teaching climbers required. Lead climbing skills and instruction preferred but not required.
• Ability to work 4-8 hours per week primarily on weeknights and / or weekends.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This is a part time position.
• Starting at $19.00 - $21.50 based on experience.
• Benefits include free membership, in-gym discounts, guest visits, and pro-deals.
• New hires will complete a screening process.
• Scheduled shift times may vary from week to week or month to month.
• Opportunities for passionate individuals with strong instruction skills to advance into other operations and programs positions within the gym.

Movement is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status.

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