Whitewater Kayak and Canoe Instructor

Job overview

The Whitewater Kayak and Canoe Instructor role is onsite in Charlemont, MA, with pay of $17 per hour. Zoar Outdoor’s instructional staff teaches paddling and makes the sport accessible to a broad range of students. The instructor leads whitewater clinics, evaluates student skill levels, and adapts instruction to student needs and conditions. The role also supports safe trips through rescue skills, equipment preparation and maintenance, guest service, and required trip documentation.

What you'll do

• Teach whitewater clinics and skills
• assess student ability and match students to clinics
• manage group dynamics
• demonstrate rescue techniques
• organize and maintain equipment
• fit students with gear
• complete trip and applicable accident reports
• provide guest service
• maintain current CPR, First Aid, and ACA certifications.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

whitewater kayak instructor

canoe instructor

whitewater clinics

charlemont ma

zoar outdoor adventure

$17/hr

aca certification

cpr

first aid

rescue techniques

paddlesports

guest service

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• ACA course reimbursement may be available

Why this role

ACA training may be offered to candidates with the required paddling and interpersonal skills; course reimbursement is available, and course completion does not guarantee employment.

About the employer

Zoar Outdoor Adventure is hiring for this role. Industry: Sports and Recreation Instruction. Sector: 61.