What are the responsibilities and job description for the Climbing Club Chaperone position at Waldorf School Association of Seattle?
Seattle Waldorf School seeks an energetic and engaging chaperone for our coed, 4th through 8th grade program. The club will meet on Mondays from 3:15-5:15pm at The Mountaineers. We will partner with the professional climbing instructors at The Mountaineers for this program. We are looking for a chaperone who is enthusiastic about rock climbing and can help support the Mountaineers instructors in a fun and engaging way.
Eligible employees (age 25 and up with a clean driving record) can expand the position to include transporting students in the school’s vans between campus and the park.
Who We Are:
At Seattle Waldorf School, students become creative problem-solvers—imaginative thinkers who journey toward intellectual excellence, human compassion, and artistic skill. Our modern curriculum is rooted in tradition—for children 18 months to 14 years. We lead students on a joyful journey that fosters critical thinking, synthesis, and creativity. At Seattle Waldorf School we are committed to creating a community that is inclusive for all faculty, staff, families and students, and to create a culture that supports racial equity.
Our Mission: Daily we strive to inspire learning, courage, and joy in the developing human being.
Job Summary: Climbing Club Chaperone
Specific Responsibilities:
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Supervise participants throughout the sessions and until they are picked up by their caregivers
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Ensure health and safety of participants at all times. Respond to injuries according to 1st aid guidelines and communicate with the Athletic Director about any injuries.
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Facilitate a group environment that is welcoming to all, regardless of skill level, and takes into consideration the needs of every person individually
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Teach and uphold the values of sportsmanship, respect, and community
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Model a culture of continuous learning and striving for one’s personal best
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Read, understand, and uphold the school’s code of conduct
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Communicate with the Athletic Director about any challenges or concerns
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Perform other duties as assigned