Student Assistant - Climbing Wall Instructor

Position Summary The Student Assistant – Climbing Wall Instructor supports quality, sustainment, and growth of climbing wall program through instruction and development of patrons’ climbing abilities. Under the supervision of the Recreation Programs Coordinator and/or Assistant Director, indoor climbing instructors create fun, innovative, and safe lesson plans to teach a variety of climbing skill levels. Availability: 2 positions effective February 2018 FOAP : 350010-40411-61400-700

Essential Functions

• Ability to demonstrate, explain, correct, and supervise practice of climbing concepts. - Ability to exemplify essential qualities of a good instructor; that is, professionalism, patience, active listening, organization, communication skills, leadership, preparation, and significant knowledge in area of instruction. - Ability to maintain boundaries and foster an environment conducive to learning. - Reliability, responsibility, and a professional demeanor are essential in this position. - Ability to correctly tie climbing knots and check for safety and usage. - Ability to work at heights while checking climbing holds and wall durability. - Ability to communicate effectively and interact in an appropriate manner with diverse populations, University Community, and the public. - Ability to demonstrate good oral and written communication skills. - Ability to use sound judgment in decision-making and personal interactions. - Ability to obtain and maintain a Climbing Instructor Certification from the AMGA , PCIA , or CWA within six (6) months of employment in order to teach topics with inherent risks. - Ability to obtain and/or provide proof of CPR / AED /First Aid certification with six (6) months of employment. - Reliability, responsibility, and a professional demeanor are essential in this position. - Ability to maintain confidentiality. - Attendance and punctuality are essential in this position.