Adventure Guide

Job DetailsJob Location: San Diego Office - San Diego, CA 92108Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $20.00 - $24.00 HourlyJob Category:

Education:

Make a Difference Today! Do you thrive in the great outdoors? Love being active and working with youth? Are some of your best memories from hiking, camping, climbing, or water sports? If you believe kids learn more from hands-on outdoor

experience:

s than sitting in a classroom, and you are looking for a flexible work schedule, then this is your calling! Arc

Experience:

• provides before and after school programs for youth throughout Southern California in Los Angeles, San Diego, and Imperial Valley.

We highly value our employees, and we invest in them by providing opportunities to expand their career and life

skills:

Arc is looking for motivated and compassionate people who want to expand their career working with youth and have a desire to give back to the community. Arc

Experience:

’s Outdoor Adventure division is seeking enthusiastic Outdoor Adventure Guides to inspire and empower youth through nature-based activities. No need to be a backcountry expert—we will train you in the outdoor

skills:

you need! As a guide, you will lead team-building challenges, obstacle courses, and offsite adventures like kayaking and biking, helping students build confidence, develop social-emotional

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, and discover their potential—all while having an unforgettable time outdoors! If you are ready to turn your love for adventure into a meaningful job, join our team today!

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

&

Experience:

2+ years of

experience:

working with K-12 students. Understanding of outdoor

education:

or leadership development programs.

Experience:

in adventure activities is highly preferred. Our most common programs include: Hiking Biking Kayaking Rock climbing Team-building activities Ability to personally participate in outdoor activities. Strong leadership and behavior management

skills:

, overseeing up to 20 students. Encouraging and patient approach when working with youth. Safety & Compliance

Requirements:

Must create and maintain a physically and mentally safe environment for students, fostering personal growth, confidence, self-reliance, and leadership. Laser-focused on participant safety and certified in first aid, CPR, and basic wilderness safety (or willing to complete training). Ability to drive vehicles (with and without student passengers) per Arc’s

requirements:

You will be trained to operate a vehicle towing a climbing wall and must participate in occasional refresher training. College transcripts that show you have 48+ college credit units completed OR you take and pass an academic proficiency exam. To get a TB test (and provide proof that it is negative) and pass a Live Scan background check.

You will be required to take CPR and first aid training or provide proof that you have been certified within 12 months. English - Spanish bilingual speaker highly preferred. Valid California driver’s license required (Commercial Driver’s License a plus!). Additional Expectations Available to work both weekdays and weekends.

Some administrative paperwork is required for each outing. Willingness to assist with event prep, post-event tasks, cleanup, and inventory. Familiarity with Leave No Trace (LNT) principles is preferred. Open to sharing ideas for improving programs and logistics. Bilingual English-Spanish speakers will have a competitive edge! High school diploma or GED required (Bachelor’s degree highly preferred).

Pay Rate &

Benefits:

Position Type: Part-time, non-exempt Reports To: Director of Outdoor

Education:

Operations

Compensation:

$20.00 – $24.00 per hour (based on

experience:

&

skills:

) If the school you will be working at requires a Covid-19 vaccination, then you must provide documentation that shows you are fully Covid-19 vaccinated. Perks of Being an Arc Outdoor Adventure Guide Earned paid sick leave All equipment provided for events and activities Company-sponsored certification assistance for long-term guides Arc-branded outdoor wear Ongoing training & professional development opportunities Ability to commute/relocate: Reliably commute before starting work (Required) Arc is an Equal

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Employer.