Field Instructor In Training

Job Title: Field Instructor InTraining

Reports To: Program Director

FSLA Status: Seasonal 11 week (flexible) nonexempt

Salary: $15$17 per hour depending on experience

Position Summary:Telluride Academy is seeking motivated and enthusiastic Field Instructor InTraining candidates to support our summer adventure and educational programs. This entrylevel position is designed for individuals passionate about working with youth gaining handson experience in outdoor education and developing leadership skills. Field Instructors InTraining will assist Field Instructors in creating a safe engaging and educational environment for participants while immersing themselves in the stunning landscapes of Telluride and beyond. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are at least 16 years old organized teamoriented willing to learn and eager to grow into leadership roles in outdoor education.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Program Support:

• Assist Field Instructors with the facilitation of outdoor activities such as field games rock climbing hiking SUPing mountain biking arts and crafts and ecological exploration.
• Prepare equipment supplies and program materials under the guidance of Field Instructors and activity specialists.
• Support program logistics including setup and breakdown of activities meal preparation on overnight trips gear loading/unloading and maintaining a positive group atmosphere.
• Teach LNT (Leave No Trace) principles environmental stewardship and foster leadership and teamwork skills.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned or deemed necessary by administration to support the organizations goals and operations.

Student/Camper Engagement:

• Build rapport with students/campers fostering a sense of community teamwork and fun.
• Serve as a role model for students by demonstrating enthusiasm responsibility and a love for the outdoors.
• Assist Field Instructors with behavior management.
• Facilitate teambuilding exercises and group activities.

Safety & Risk Management:

• Support the implementation of safety protocols during all activities and outings.
• Assist in monitoring group dynamics to ensure an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Help respond to minor incidents or emergencies under the supervision of Field Instructors.

Professional Development:

• Participate in preseason training and ongoing mentorship to build skills in outdoor leadership and youth facilitation.
• Receive feedback from Field Instructors and program administrators to support personal growth.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 16 years old by the start of employment.
• CPR and Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification (or ability to obtain prior to start). Wilderness First Responder (WFR) preferred.
• Must successfully pass background checks in accordance with organizational and state requirements.

Working Conditions:

• Work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions including heat cold wind and rain.

• Operate in remote wilderness or highaltitude environments with limited facilities.

• Exposure to natural elements including insects and wildlife.

• Flexible hours including early mornings evenings weekends and extended shifts based on program needs.

• Travel to and from program locations including remote trailheads or campgrounds.

Additional Requirements:

• Enthusiasm for outdoor adventure environmental education and working with youth.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs safely and repeatedly during the workday.

• Maintain physical activity for up to 810 hours daily including hiking and traversing rugged terrain.

• Communicate effectively with children staff and parents in a positive and professional manner.

• Swim and assist in waterbased activities when needed.

About Telluride Academy:

Telluride Academy is committed to Inspiring children and teens through experiential education that promotes physical activity creative learning environmental stewardship responsibility to others and positive life choices. Based in the San Juan Mountains Telluride Academy is Tellurides premier summer camp and has been inspiring youth through outdoor education and adventure for over 40 years. Join us in creating unforgettable memories for the next generation of adventurers! Please www.tellurideacademy to learn more.

Core Values:

• Enrichment through experiential education.
• Inclusion of children and teens from all backgrounds.
• Respect for individual uniqueness.
• Responsible environmental stewardship.

Hiring Policy:

Telluride Academy (TA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race color creed religion national origin ancestry citizenship status age sex or gender (including pregnancy childbirth and pregnancyrelated conditions) gender identity or expression (including transgender status) sexual orientation marital status military service and veteran status physical or mental disability genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws and ordinances. Telluride Academys management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment hiring placement promotion transfer training compensation benefits employee activities access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment.

TA will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee related to an individuals: physical or mental disability; sincerely held religious beliefs and practices; and/or any other reason required by applicable law unless doing so would impose an undue hardship upon TAs business operations.