Outdoor Discovery Program Kayak Instructor Dedham, MA

At we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and creating safe inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcomeboth here and Outside. We value individual differences and are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment where everyone can bring the best of their experience and talents and truly thrive.

Outdoor Discovery Programs is hiring Kayak instructors. We have an in-depth training program for enthusiasts who would like to develop their skills and help others learn. Join an inclusive and welcoming team and spend your summer outdoors teaching the sport you love.

Position Purpose: Promote and retain new customers with our dynamic creative classes and new activities. Inspire people to engage in new outdoor activities. Increase participation by providing exemplary service. Increase sales conversion rate of ODP customers especially in equipment outer and active wear categories.

The anticipated base pay rate for this Outdoor Discovery Kayak Instructor position is $17.24.

Availability is required from May 1st through October 31st to accommodate training dates; the actual season duration is shorter.

Responsibilities:

Safety

• Demonstrates ability to create a safe and inclusive environment for all participants
• Understand and consistently perform all responsibilities associated with our safety protocols and program procedures
• Confirms all equipment used is in appropriate working condition
• Report any unsafe acts or conditions to the appropriate person

Communication

• Conducts self at all times according to the highest ethical and moral standards.
• Represents the teaching profession at its highest level at all times
• Communicates and lives our company core values of Outdoor Heritage Service Respect Integrity Perseverance Safe and Healthy Living
• Communicate professionally with all stake holders
• Participates in daily start up meetings
• Provide professional and timely feedback to peers and colleagues when the need arises
• Knows and maintains expertise of equipment and products (as relevant) utilized in the courses you teach
• Knows specifications (uses materials pros and cons) of relevant equipment and apparel and effectively shares information with customers to encourage product sales
• Participates in promotional events when equipment expertise is needed
• Is knowledgeable about regional ODP programs and promotional offerings

Course Curriculum

• Has a firm understanding of course content
• Possess the ability to teach in a relaxed clear and confident manner to a variety of participants
• Effectively delivers all components of the curriculum in the allotted time
• Delivers all key points required for course openings and closings
• Perform daily administrative duties associated with instructing classes
• Accurate and daily completion ofthe Daily Activity Reports (DARs)
• Participant agreements
• Roster
• Incident report
• Vehicle log
• ADA documentation
• Facilities Inspection log
• Other as assigned

Health and Safety Requirement: Every employee is responsible for contributing to a safe and healthy workplace. Employees are expected to be active participants in health and safety by following all safety policies and procedures reporting unsafe conditions or at-risk behaviors to leadership and conducting work in a safe manner. Those in a leadership role are also expected to model safe behaviors evaluate risk and ensure that risks are reduced to acceptable levels.

This position has been identified as a safety-sensitive position. A safety-sensitive position is one in which an impaired worker constitutes a serious and direct threat to workplace health and safety. Employees in this position must agree that they will not come to work or be at work at any time under the influence of alcohol or any drug that could render them impaired.

Education Level: High School or GED

Skills and Qualifications:

• Certification or specialized training in outdoor related activities
• Proven experience planning organizing and leading outdoor experience trips
• First Aid/CPR certification/training
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate participants
• Ability to maintain a high level of enthusiasm motivation and a positive attitude
• Established time management and organization skills
• Demonstrated interpersonal written and verbal communication skills
• Expertise in active gear for appropriate activity
• Retail experience a plus
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights weekends and holidays

If you care about the outdoors joining is a great way to feel good about what you do. Our benefits package makes a good thing even better with programs and perks designed to support your health and financial goals. Plus maintaining a healthy work-life balance and re-charging outside are all part of the plan.

If your experience looks a little different from what weve identified and you think youd be great at this role wed love to learn more about you! At we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We strive to reflect this every day in our commitments to employees and partners and in our efforts to promote belonging.