Summer Camp Counselor Jobs

Come join a growing organization of Climbing/Yoga/Fitness Gyms across the country! El Cap’s mission is to Create Community, Share Passion, and Inspire Philanthropy. We are committed to the communities we serve and developing future leaders.

El Cap is committed to growing the climbing community through a shared vision for outstanding customer service, inspirational designs, and highly engaged communities. El Cap gyms feature bouldering, top-roping and lead climbing, as well as amenities like yoga studios, functional fitness and cardio zones, childcare, and retail pro shops. Each facility caters to participants of all abilities – from competitive athletes to weekend adventurers and families. Presently, El Cap is represented in greater Washington D.C., San Francisco, Denver, Chicago, Dallas, Fountain Valley, and Portland. We are looking to build an extraordinary team to enable our continued growth and strive to hire individuals who are aligned with our core values of passion, integrity, innovation, partnership, and inclusion.

JOB SUMMARY

The Instructor for Gateway Programs is a passionate, motivated individual who loves to work with and teach youth, provides a great customer experience, and has a desire to grow in the climbing community. The position involves top rope belaying for children and sometimes adults, facilitating games and activities, and managing risks for participants during our various youth programs. The programs include week-long camps, After School programs, parties, and other programs as needed. Part-time instructors are primarily working with youth between the ages of 4-17 for 2-6 hours per class, depending on the program. Prior climbing experience is not expected or required – we are excited to train individuals who are excited to learn!

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide a supervised and controlled environment during all our youth and other programs.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with co-workers and supervisors about feedback and concerns.
• Speak open and honestly; asking for help when needed and look to learn from mistakes.
• Develop skills to effectively communicate with others and listen to other perspectives to build partnerships.
• Communicate effectively with clients of all ages and abilities while demonstrating empathy and compassion.
• Teach climbing skills from provided curriculums and create inclusive spaces that foster a sense of belonging.
• Provide excellent customer service for all guests by seeking answers and solutions for customer questions.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work a complete holiday youth camps.
• Demonstrate an openness to learn from others and collaborate to achieve common goals.
• Interest in working with both children and adults to support others having transformative, purpose-driven experiences.
• Ability to work 8-12 hours per week primarily on weekday evenings and/or weekends.
• Have a passion for climbing, willingness to work hard, and the desire to spread their enthusiasm for the sport.
• Have a relentlessly positive and upbeat attitude to inspire others to live life intentionally and strive for personal bests.
• Prior experience working with youth preferred but not required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This is a part-time temporary summer position with the possibility to join the team long term.

Compensation for this role starts at $17.29/hr and is commensurate with experience.

Benefits include free membership, in-gym discounts, guest visits, and pro-deals.

New hires will complete a background screening process.

Scheduled shift times may vary from week to week or month to month.

Climbing Skills can be taught – no experience required!

Opportunities for passionate individuals with strong instruction skills to advance into other operations and programs positions within the gym.

El Cap 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.