Trail Instructor Summer - Calgary

Looking for the dream summer job? Get paid to laugh, enjoy the outdoors and inspire kids to believe in themselves with Pedalheads this Summer in Calgary Area!

We’re looking for people to join our dynamic, high-energy team to create breakthrough, happy dancing, high-fiving, “I did it” moments by teaching kids all about biking.

No experience necessary, paid training provided.

Why you’ll love working at Pedalheads

• Work and play outdoors – in comfy clothes- all summer long
• Experience a fun, team environment where peer friendships often last a lifetime
• Enjoy your free time with evenings and weekends off
• Gain leadership experience and growth opportunities that develop you for any future career
• Inspire kids to believe in themselves. There is no feeling like it!

The Opportunity

• We’re looking for Trail Instructors for our Summer Camps. Here’s how this job plays a role:
• As an Instructor you will spend your days outside while inspiring the next generation of mountain bikers. It’s active, adventurous, fun, and incredibly rewarding.
• You don’t have to be a bike expert because we provide training for our programs for you to get going in your new role!

Work dates

• Camps run anytime and for varying lengths between June 15th to August 28th.

Locations

• Parkland

WAGE

• $15/hour

What you’d be responsible for

• In addition to sharing your ideas on how we can grow, learn and build, in this role, you’ll also be:
• Guide campers on Trail rides
• Actively introduce and teach children designated trail riding skills. i.e., body positioning, steering, braking, and gear changing skills.
• Ensure the health and safety of children at camp
• Act as a positive role model and leader at all times
• Keep constant communication with parents about their child’s progress
• Adhere to Pedalheads’ teaching standards and safety regulations
• Complete report cards at the end of the week

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Here are some of the skills / specifics that are important for this role

• Familiar with basic mountain biking skills, language, and/or culture an asset
• 16 years of age by start of camp
• Knowledge of the local trail networks (or willingness learn)
• Bike requirements vary by level
• Committed to keeping our campers safe
• You are energetic, creative, motivated and fun
• Hold or willing to get a current Standard First Aid Awareness
• Criminal record check required for ages 18+
• You have access to a mountain bike and helmet and are able to ride a bike proficiently

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Pedalheads is committed to creating and upholding a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment that is respectful and welcoming to everyone. We believe that the presence of many voices - from a variety of racial, cultural and religious backgrounds, political beliefs, ages, sexual identities and orientation, socio-economic backgrounds and physical and cognitive abilities - will make our programs and workplaces richer for all.

We welcome applications from individuals of all identities and backgrounds. If you face any barriers to employment or require financial assistance or other accommodation during the recruitment and/or employment process, please feel free to contact our Human Resources department in confidence.

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