Summary:
As a Youth Programs Director, you will lead coaches and foster a fun and welcoming environment for youth programs of all ages by introducing fundamentals of climbing, building a strong base, continuing to develop skills, creating a solid curriculum and ensuring a highly-engaged CRG youth community experience; will reinforce the team pillars of community, grit, and growth for our youth programs; maintain excitement for climbing, investment in the progress of youth, and determination to constantly improve the environment; and will manage and run our youth programs.
Responsibilities:
- Regularly leading practices with confidence.
- Work with the manager to create a programming schedule for each season.
- Communication with parents around each program.
- Completion of SafeSport training for youth coaches.
- Youth Programs – work with DOH to get permitted and follow DOH standards when training staff.
- Work collaboratively with the manager to schedule, determine pricing, and hire/train staff for each season/offering for youth programs.
- Strict adherence to our coaches’ code of conduct.
- Create and implement weekly lesson plans.
- Consistent communication with coaching staff regarding scheduling, practice, and youth progress.
- Other duties as needed.
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with youth in an adventure/educational setting.
- Strong behavior management skills with youth of all ages.
- Strong in-person and remote communication skills.
- Minimum 2 years of climbing experience.
- Weekday afternoon availability and willingness to work weekends.
- Proficiency in top rope belaying.
- Careful attention to detail, ability to analyze movement and provide insightful feedback.
Desired Qualifications:
- Passionate about introducing youth of all ages to climbing.
- A desire to be with our program long-term.
- Strong desire to develop professionally as a coach.
- Experience coaching or working with youth in an outdoor/adventure-based setting.
- Ability to think critically and creatively about presenting lessons to groups.
- Experience in training others and communicating clearly around training goals.