HoWL Instructor

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Organization

HoWL

Job Posted

March 11, 2024

Job status

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Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Contact Name

Molly Mitchell

Contact Email

howl@howlalaska.org

Contact Phone

(907) 399-4695

Deadline to Apply

Location

708 Smoky Bay Way
Homer, AK
United States
Empower young Alaskans with the skills to thrive in the outdoors. HoWL instructors lead youth aged 10-19 on expeditions around Kachemak Bay (Homer, Alaska). Trip activities are varied and include backpacking, rock-climbing, paddle boarding, and kayaking. HoWL is a challenge-by-choice, fun-oriented organization, and instructors are responsible for maintaining safe situations while allowing for participant decision-making and spontaneity.

Summary

In the field, HoWL Instructors teach fundamental wilderness skills, such as fire-building and basic navigation, along with skills associated with the particular trip activities. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to: acting silly, teaching camp cooking skills, distribution of hi-fives, leading by example, and preparations/cleanup before and after every trip. HoWL instructors also support participants to be leaders themselves by teaching about the diversity of styles and personalities that make great leaders. 

Requirements: Successful applicants will have:

*Wilderness First Responder certification
*Must pass a background check
*A passion for environmental education and outdoor adventure 
*A dedication to fun
*Backcountry expedition or wilderness experience (guiding experience preferred)
*Ability to work and manage risks in remote and semi-remote wilderness locations
*Competency in fundamental outdoors skills

To apply: Please email a cover letter, contact information for three references, and a resume (specifically highlighting skills and experience related to the requirements of the position) to HoWL’s Programs Director, Molly Mitchell, at howl@howlalaska.org.

Compensation Information

$17.50-18.50/hour depending on experience.