Laramie, WY
Job Title: Field Instructor
Organization: UW Outdoor Program
Location: Laramie, WY
Position Purpose:
- Provide high-quality programming for the Outdoor Program
- Create a physically and emotionally safe and inclusive environment within the Outdoor Programs
Duties:
- Provide high-quality programming for the Outdoor Program
- Facilitate safe and enjoyable outdoor recreation activities similar but not limited to hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, water sports, rock climbing, fly fishing, skiing, and indoor clinics
- Learn, maintain, and improve upon outdoor skills, technical skills, risk management, and decision making
- Provide personalized instruction to create positive outdoor experiences for participants
- Ability to develop and follow curriculum and lesson plans
- Create a physically and emotionally safe and inclusive environment within the Outdoor Program
- Work effectively with other students and Program Coordinators
- Participate in staff meetings, field days, and trainings
- Obtain and maintain necessary certifications including Wilderness Medicine (WFA minimum), CPR/AED & Biohazard Training, and annual University Motor Vehicle Record check
- Evaluate and assess your performance with Program Coordinators
Minimum Qualifications:
- University of Wyoming Student
- Wilderness First Aid (the Outdoor Program offers WFA for a fee and CPR at no cost)
- Valid driver’s license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.
Desired Qualifications:
- Interest in teaching various outdoor recreation activities, ensuring physical and emotional safety, creating an inclusive environment for all participants, and a willingness to learn.
- Previous experience facilitating, guiding, or teaching activities in an outdoor related setting.
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