White Water Paddle Instructor

For over 20 years, Avid4 Adventure has empowered kids to live active outdoor lifestyles through our unique outdoor programming. We have camps based throughout Colorado, Bay Area, California; Portland, Oregon; and Bellevue, Washington. Our Candidate Help Center is here to help you find the best program, location, and position for you!

Important Details

• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, typically 30-36 hours/week (position depending)

• Position Duration: Training begins May 23 - May 27, camp location depending. Our programs run from mid-late May through early-mid August. See our Colorado Camp page date and location specifics.

• Compensation: Pay is determined based on position, additional responsibilities, relevant certifications, and staff tenure. Starting rate: $20.70/hour

  • Relevant Certification Bonuses:

    • ACA L3 or L4 Paddle Certification: $200

    • Wilderness First Aid: $100

    • Wilderness First Responder/EMT: $350

    • Additional bonuses available for $100 - $400 per certification paid end-of-season

This job description provides an overview of the primary and most common responsibilities and is not exhaustive of all tasks that may be performed. Flexibility, adaptability, willingness to learn, and ownership of your performance are an ESSENTIAL part of your Summer!!

Job Duties

• CO-lead our White water SUPing and Kayaking programs all while providing age-appropriate instruction in water safety, paddle techniques, teambuilding, and Leave no Trace Principles.

• Scout our whitewater site and assess for safety and run-ability. Standing in moving water or on riverbank to assist campers in putting in/taking out from the river. Employing basic moving water rescue techniques when appropriate such as the use of throw ropes.

• You may also spend a couple days leading our multisport programming in mountain biking, climbing, and hiking (training is provided!)

• Safety is key!! You will be responsible for risk management and teaching our campers how to recreate safely

• You are a role model for our campers; you will demonstrate and guide campers in appropriate behavior, attitudes, and activities

• Provide exceptional customer service to our campers, parents, and Avid families

• Most positions require you to be eligible to drive - our Drivers transport campers to and from program areas using company passenger vans with gear and flatbed trailers in tow. You will be required to attend a driver training and pass an assessment during staff orientation

Your Background

• Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of camp for all positions

• Drivers: Must be at least 20 years of age, 3-year valid driver’s license, and have a clean driving record.

• +1 years of experience working with kids in a professional or volunteer setting preferred

• Personal and/or professional whitewater experience is required. Must have familiarity with the following moving water safety protocols: reading class I-III rapids assessing and avoiding hazards, throwing ropes, foot entrapment, safety briefings, etc. White Water Specialists will take a pass/fail technical skills assessment as part of training

• Minimum of Basic First Aid, CPR, and Mandatory Reporter certification by the start of camp (and we can point you in the right direction to get this done!!)

• Specialized certifications eligible for end-of-season bonuses! $100 - $400 per certification

Our Interview Process

After you submit an application, here is what you can expect next:

• Step 1: We review your application for qualifications

• Step 2: Invitation to complete a one-way video interview