Climbing Instructor - Seattle

About this role

Edgeworks Climbing

Mission

To be the innovative leader of indoor climbing, outdoor adventure, and fitness for the active community.

Vision

To provide exceptional customer experiences focused on climbing and fitness that challenge and inspire an active lifestyle.

Core Values

Community

A welcoming group of climbing enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and friends connecting through our shared interests in climbing, fitness and fun.

Professionalism

A focus on excellence; from staff training, accreditation, and program development to facility offerings, partnerships, and everything in between; going above and beyond to deliver quality experiences and knowledgeable staff.

Integrity

A commitment to do what we say and stay true to our word, ourselves, our goals, and our community.

Adventure

Our motivation for all things; providing the inspiration, the instruction, the venue, and the excitement to help everyone achieve their goals - inside the gym and outside.

General Summary

• Indoor Climbing Instructor

The Edgeworks Climbing School provides education and training to further the personal growth and development of responsible, independent, lifelong climbers. Climbing School Instructors' primary responsibility is to maintain an engaging learning environment for climbers taking classes to develop specific skills. The Climbing School Instructors report to and collaborate with the Climbing School Coordinator.

Core Functions:

• Maintain a learning environment that minimizes stress and risk
• Create a welcoming and inclusive space for those new to the sport
• Effectively manage risk for themselves and students
• Teach technical skills including top rope belaying, lead climbing, and lead belaying
• Teach climbing technique/movement skills to climbers with varying experience and ability levels
• Represent Edgeworks professionally while working and climbing recreationally
• Manage equipment used in the delivery of programs
• Become familiar with Edgeworks programs and products as to direct students to the right place to find more information
• Actively participate in required trainings

Minimum qualifications

- Prior gym climbing experience and top-rope belay skills

• Previous lead climbing experience (indoors or outdoors)
• Able to obtain Edgeworks Top Rope & Lead Belay certifications
• Able to teach top rope belaying effectively on multiple devices
• Able to demonstrate and communicate fundamental climbing movement

- Experience teaching climbing skills

• Able to communicate in a clear and concise manner
• Be able and willing to receive and give direct, timely and appropriate feedback
• At least 18 years old
• Desired

qualifications

• Understanding of adult education principles, teaching methods, and classroom management
• Outdoor rock climbing knowledge and experience
• Professional certifications, including AMGA training or certification
• Employment Status:
• Part-Time Hourly (Weekend availability required)
• Edgeworks Membership and Discounts
• (6.5) Days Sick Leave, accrued each pay period on an annual basis
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Industry Benefits/Perks