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Youth Climbing Instructor

Climbing Business Journal
Naperville, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/24/2026
Overview

Located in Naperville, IL, ABC Climbing Academy is a unique climbing gym crafted specifically for kids, nurturing young climbers and building skills, confidence, and a love for climbing.

We foster foundational climbing experiences for preschoolers, lead developmental climbing experiences for kids, and coach competitive climbing experiences for athletes and families.

We are seeking motivated, energetic instructors to guide our youth climbers as they explore their abilities, challenge their limits, and climb to new heights!

Summary Of Position

ABC Kids Instructors create a supportive and fun environment for children to build confidence through bouldering and rope climbing. As an Instructor, you will lead youth climbing classes and camps with participants ranging from age 2.5 to 16, following a prescribed curriculum, with the goal of developing lifelong and passionate climbers.

Qualifications

  • Week-day evening availability highly desirable
  • Previous experience working in a professional environment with children
  • Ability to relate to and have fun with children of all ages
  • An understanding of climbing fundamentals
  • Energetic and positive attitude
  • Punctuality
  • Classroom/group management skills
  • Must pass a background check
  • CPR, First Aid, AED certification (provided upon hiring)
  • SafeSport certification (provided upon hiring)

Preferred Qualifications

  • At least 1 year personal climbing experience
  • At least 1 year working directly with children age 2.5-16
  • Flexible schedule

Responsibilities

  • Act as a member of the ABC Kids Instructor staff with a focus on youth climber development
  • Promote ABC Kids Climbing standards, procedures, and curriculum in accordance with ABC, PCA, CWA and USAC guidelines
  • Have a complete understanding of the ABC Kids Climbing class progression – clearly communicating current and future ABC program options
  • Represent the ABC organization as a responsible steward of youth climbing

Employment Package

  • Positions start as part-time; 4-16 hours per week with opportunities to grow
  • Hourly Rate $16.50 – $20 (range flexible, commensurate with experience)
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • ABC Perks

Application Process

  • Brief Letter or Email of Interest
  • Resume

For Current Open Positions Please Contact Us

Phone: 847 – 977 – 1335

Email: naperville@abcclimbingacademy.com

Salary : $17 - $20

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