Rock Climbing Teacher

Apply today to be a professional smile maker—and climbing role model with the summer programs at Colorado Academy.

If you love working with kids and have a passion for climbing, this job might be for you. As a Climbing Teacher, you will play a key role in creating fun, enriching, challenging, and safe climbing experiences for students of all skill levels.

Our goal is to help students build confidence, resilience, and teamwork through climbing. Staff members are instrumental in making this happen. If you believe you can be a positive role model, prioritize safety, and make a meaningful difference in a child’s life, we encourage you to apply.

This is a seasonal position from approximately June 5, 2026 to July 24, 2026. The position is non-exempt as defined by the Department of Labor.

Job Type: Part Time

Schedule:

Mondays: 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Tuesdays: 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Wednesdays: 9:00 a.m- 3:00 p.m.

Thursdays: 9:00 a.m- 12:00 p.m.

The Quintessential Internship

You’ll develop lifelong skills, including:

• Interpersonal communication
• Leadership and coaching
• Risk management and safety awareness
• Conflict resolution
• Positive youth development
• Teamwork and collaboration

This Is What We Do

• Create a safe, supportive, and engaging climbing environment
• Teach climbing techniques, safety procedures, and proper equipment use
• Foster confidence, perseverance, and personal growth in each students
• Promote teamwork, sportsmanship, and respect
• Encourage students to challenge themselves in a positive and supportive setting

Essential Job Functions

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of students at all times
• Lead and assist with climbing activities, including belaying and equipment checks
• Enforce all climbing safety standards and camp guidelines
• Instruct students in climbing skills appropriate to their age and ability
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report any concerns
• Actively engage with students throughout the day
• Serve as a positive role model in attitude, behavior, and sportsmanship
• Maintain strong communication with fellow counselors and leadership staff
• Work collaboratively as part of a team

Job Description

• Provide enriching, challenging, and rewarding climbing experiences
• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive climbing environment
• Build students’ confidence through skill progression and encouragement
• Treat each child with respect, honesty, and kindness

Requirements

Employees must:

• Have experience with climbing (indoor preferred)
• Be comfortable belaying and managing climbing equipment (training may be provided)
• Prioritize safety and follow all risk management procedures
• Demonstrate strong judgment and awareness in an active environment
• Be enthusiastic about working with children
• Communicate effectively and work well in a team
• Accept supervision and feedback
• Demonstrate integrity, adaptability, and responsibility
• Pass a criminal background check
• Be available for at least 7 weeks
• Attend mandatory orientation

Applicants are encouraged to email Jenny.wilczewski@coloradoacademy.org.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required for the position. Colorado Academy reserves the right to modify or revise this job description at any time.

The pay for this position is $25-$30 an hour, Although this is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, Colorado Academy reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range. Any wage differential that may exist for the position does not relate to sex, gender, or gender identity, but relates solely to a seniority system, a merit system, or relevant education, training and/or experience. Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 403(b) retirement plan. Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document.

Colorado Academy does not discriminate or allow unlawful harassment in any of its programs, procedures, or practices on the basis of age, color, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, political affiliation, race, religion or creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, marital status, or other protected classifications defined by applicable law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment.

Colorado Academy is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace. Employees are expected to engage in professional conduct that reflects cultural awareness, respect for differing identities, and openness to diverse perspectives. Employment decisions including hiring, evaluation, promotion, and compensation are based on qualifications, performance, and institutional needs.

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $30