Adult Climbing Instructor- Peoria at First Ascent LLC

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionABOUT FA CLIMBING & FITNESS: FA is focused on growing a vibrant community that shares a passion for climbing and fitness. For more information, please visit www.faclimbing.com, or facebook.com/faclimbing. Our mission at FA Climbing and Fitness is to share our love of climbing, connect people through movement, and create welcoming, supportive spaces that strengthen minds, bodies, and communities. We offer indoor rock climbing, high-end fitness equipment, classes, personal training, and yoga at each of our locations. FA Climbing & Fitness is a growing company, and we are looking for people that will help us continually get better at what we do as we discover how to best serve our members and visitors. We will look to you to help us be creative, think outside the box, evaluate what works and what does not, and implement changes effectively—and have a blast in the process.OVERVIEW FA Climbing & Fitness is a seeking proactive, friendly, and psyched individual to serve as Adult Climbing Instructor. FA exists to support and grow the local climbing community. As adult climbing instructors, you are essential to our mission, providing fantastic climbing instruction and making newcomers and regulars alike feel at home in our facility.JOB RESPONSIBILITIESLead high-value instructional programs for a variety of ability levels to help members and visitors improve their climbing abilityRegular group classes (ex: Learning The Ropes, Intro to Climbing, Movement & Technique, etc.)Evaluate the effectiveness of your own instruction and make changes to improve member/visitor satisfaction; work closely with the Program Director or Gym Manager to ensure high-quality of programsContribute ideas for new programs/classes/workshopsOur instructors will also have the option to instruct in other areas such as:Other group programs (ex: birthday parties, corporate team building events, etc.) are optionalSpecial workshops/clinics (ex: climbing technique, etc.)Individual instruction (ex: private lessons, etc.)REQUIREMENTS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:Minimum 2 years of teaching or other relevant experience in adult instruction or program developmentCWI or equivalent Climbing Instructor certification preferredEnthusiasm for sharing knowledge and love of climbing and fitness a mustExceptional communication skills; solid computer skillsEngaging presence in front of a group; Creative problem solving skills; Positive attitude; Flexible working styleUpstanding reputation in the local climbing communityPERKS & BENEFITS:Part time, hourly role with competitive compensationFree membership to all FA locationsAccess to pro-dealsWORK ENVIRONMENT:Predominantly in a climate controlled indoor environmentNoise level ranges from moderate to loudEmployee must be able to concentrate through distraction and communicate effectivelyEEO STATEMENT:FA Climbing and Fitness is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. FA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protective order status, military status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, ancestry, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. FA prohibits harassment of any individual on any of the protected characteristics listed above.