individual helps to ensure the diverse instructional needs of the San Diego State University students and Aztec Recreation members are met while emphasizing a safe, positive, and educational environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary Functions
- Instructs registered participants in basic bouldering, top rope rock climbing, and sport climbing. Explains and demonstrates the skills of rope management, anchor building, equipment use, body movement/positioning, safety practices, and proper etiquette associated with rock climbing. Includes topics of physical and mental fitness and goal setting with rock climbing.
- Develops and implements approved lesson plans and in accordance with the course syllabus, with learning outcomes appropriate for the skill level
- Measures learning outcomes and evaluates student growth/comprehension through technical skill assessments, written/oral assignments, quizzes & exams while following the grading policy outlined in the course syllabus
- Provides appropriate safety instruction and regularly inspects classroom/program environment and equipment to ensure safety
- Co-leads class day trips to a local rock climbing destination for students to apply their skills in an outdoor setting
- Completes administrative tasks such as communication with students, attendance sheets, incident reports, class evaluations, grading updates, and grade submissions
- Submits grades and other course materials by university and department deadlines
- Ensures all class cancellations are communicated promptly by contacting all participants/professional staff along with posting notifications in the appropriate areas
- Creates reports/presentations utilizing Windows XP, Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint as required/needed
- Uses university my.sdsu registration, SDSU Canvas, and Google systems for class communication and management
- Completes tasks as assigned/required
- Other duties assigned by supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's Degree required (preferred in Physical Education, Recreation, Kinesiology/Exercise Science Health or a related field)
Experience: Knowledge of indoor and outdoor rock climbing practices/principles and instruction required. Previous participation in and teaching/facilitating/guiding experience required. Must be able to physically lead and demonstrate the skill and/or activity. Must be able to comfortably top rope climb at a 5.9 grade. Previously lead climb at 5.8 grade or higher preferred. Must possess excellent customer service skills. Proficient computer skills required. Strong oral and written communication skills required. Must have at least 12 months of indoor/outdoor climbing experience. Experience working with a variety of groups of customers within a campus recreation setting desired.
License & Certification: American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required. Climbing Wall Instructor Certification from a professional climbing industry organization/provider (AMGA, CWA, PCIA, etc.) preferred. Other relevant outdoor skills certifications (WFR, WEMT, SPI, ACCT, ACA, etc.) preferred.
SCHEDULE & WORKING CONDITIONS: This is a part-time position, approximately 3 hours per week for each course with a maximum 20 hours per week during academic term. Fall Semester: August - November. Spring Semester: January - April. Each course includes 12 instructional sessions and 1 day trip outing typically on a weekend day.
