Summer Adaptive Instructor

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Job Title: Summer Adaptive Instructor

Position Type: Seasonal, part-time, variable

Salary/Wage: Base Pay $17/hour

Supervisor: Program Manager

The mission of the Adaptive Sports Association (ASA) is to provide outdoor sport and recreational experiences for people with disabilities. These activities are provided regardless of individual financial limitations and create a fun atmosphere for learning and enhanced self-esteem.

 

Summer programs include but are not limited to road cycling, mountain biking, flatwater paddle sports, whitewater rafting, camping, indoor rock climbing, and fishing.

 

Qualifications

  • 21 or older
  • CPR/First Aid training
  • Wilderness First Aid or Higher certification depending on trip type
  • Outdoor certification pertinent to specific disciplines
  • Significant Experience with leadership and outdoor activities
  • Experience organizing and managing students and volunteers in a outdoor setting
  • Ability to respond appropriately to emergencies and other challenges
  • Ability to drive a 15 passenger van or go through van training
  • Commitment to increasing knowledge and skills related to disabilities and adaptive sports disciplines
  • Commitment to a positive, fun, and team-oriented working environment
  • Successful completion of background check
  • Demonstrated history of responsibility, dependability, and maturity
  • Ability to be flexible, creative, and adaptable to situations
  • Patience, persistence, sound judgment, and enthusiasm
  • Ability to consistently lift, carry and load equipment that weighs 50+ pounds
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Willingness to listen, follow directions, and adhere to ASA teaching techniques and policies
  • Able to attend required training
  • Passion for working with people with disabilities, experience preferred
  • Experience with cycling preferred but not required
  • Experience with flatwater paddle sports preferred but not required
  • Raft guide certification or ability to obtain but not required

Responsibilities

  • Create a basic lesson plan matched to each student’s ability and goals
  • Communicate instructions to students during the lesson, including but not limited to directives, technique, and feedback
  • Complete progress notes following each lesson as explained during training, along with specific notes on equipment used in each lesson
  • Effectively engage volunteers in lessons and encourage others to volunteer with ASA
  • Review and follow all ASA risk management and safety policies and procedures
  • Implement and supervise safety/risk management protocols
  • Create a caring and fun environment for participants, volunteers, and staff
  • Create a nurturing, positive, and professional environment while promoting programs policies and procedures amongst staff, volunteers, and community
  • Be a positive representative and promoter of Adaptive Sports Association programs, events, and activities in our community
  • Commit to continuing education in your field utilizing internal and external resources to ensure our programs sustain continual responsiveness and improvement, as well as consciously continually contributing to a culture of receiving feedback
  • Communicate clearly, honestly, and respectfully with all staff, participants, parents, and volunteers
  • Attend and engage in required staff meetings and trainings
  • Other duties as specified and assigned

Hours, Days, and Benefits

  • Hours and days are dependent on the flow of programs throughout the season.
  • Must work some weekends and holidays.
  • Must work overnight trips and multi day trips.
  • Eligible for reimbursement of relevant professional certifications and CEUs.
  • Eligible for use of organization recreation equipment
  • Business discounts at local businesses
  • Eligible for Outdoor Industry Professional Discounts

To apply for this job please visit asadurango.com.