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Position Description

Come join our close-knit community of passionate outdoor educators as a challenge Course Instructor. You will facilitate day programs at our Challenge Course in McLaren Park, San Francisco with Bay Area youth (grades 6-12) and community members. You’ll plan the flow of the day, set up and break down the challenge course, and safely facilitate students through high & low ropes elements, ground games, and team-building activities. We’ll teach you how to deliver programs that instill courage, teamwork, confidence, and self-awareness in our participants. Make a difference in the Bay Area as we get folks outside and build community together!

Compensation & Schedule (Part-Time)

• Starting wage is $23.11/hr with opportunities to promote to lead positions 
• This is a part-time, non-exempt, hourly position, typically 2.5-3 days a week (~20 hrs/week)

• Position dates are Jan 27 - November 7, 2025 with opportunities to return for the next year’s season
• • Paid Training: 8 hrs/day Mon-Fri, Jan 27 - Feb 7, 2025 
  • Program Season: Monday-Friday, Feb 11 - Nov 7 2025. Staff meet for a half day on Mondays. Student programs run Tuesday-Friday (with occasional Saturday program), 8am-4pm. 
  • There is also an unpaid summer break of programs from June 9-13 & July 28-August 1, 2025. 
  • Availability of work is dependent on the number of booked programs.

Benefits (Part-Time)

• Paid Time Off - Accrue 1 hour for every 13 hrs worked 
• Unpaid Time Off - Employees can accrue up to 80 hours of unpaid time off each year

• OBCA contributes to San Francisco's City Option Medical Reimbursement. This is a benefit within the SF City Option program. Funds in an SF MRA can be used to reimburse you, your spouse or domestic partner, and your dependents for eligible health care expenses.

• 401K (with 3% employer match) after 1-year of employment
• Pro Deals (the opportunity to purchase outdoor gear at discounted rates)
• Free youth development training, professional development funds, and recertification reimbursements
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), free of charge for staff and family members
• All required training is paid

Location

Most program days take place at the McLaren Park Ropes Course in southeast San Francisco

Requirements (by Start Date)

• Adult/Pediatric First Aid & CPR/AED
• 20 years of age or older
• Able to work Monday (half day) and nontraditional hours (8am-4pm)
• Able to attend training & availability during the program season

Who We Are

At Outward Bound California (OBCA) we use outdoor experiences to teach social-emotional skills like teamwork, leadership, confidence, and compassion. At the Challenge Course, we offer 1-day experiences for students aged 12+, including adults. We serve a variety of participant groups including schools, community organizations, and companies. To learn more about our course elements, check out the video tour. 

We are a part of the  Outward Bound USA network with a 60-year history in the US as a leading provider of outdoor education. OBCA is a non-profit and is committed to increasing access for those who have traditionally been excluded from outdoor spaces. We work towards this goal with our 40 community partners and by offering scholarships to more than half of our students. Keep learning more about us here.

Equity and Inclusion Statement

OBCA strives to create an equitable and inclusive culture where all staff members feel respected for their identities and lived experiences. We work to build a culture where we are always learning and growing toward a vision for equity and belonging for all staff. We are looking for team members who can actively join us in this process. We are also committed to reflecting the diverse communities with whom we work and strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ identifying folks, and women to apply.  

Outward Bound California is an equal-opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Outward Bound California also promotes respect for all people, and will not tolerate harassment based on any of these characteristics.