Portland Flat Water SUP Instructor

For over 20 years, Avid4 Adventure has empowered kids to live active outdoor lifestyles through our unique outdoor programming. We have camps based throughout Colorado, Bay Area, California; Portland, Oregon; and Bellevue, Washington. Our Candidate Help Center is here to help you find the best program, location, and position for you!

• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, typically 30-36 hours/week (position depending)

• Position Duration: Training begins Sunday June 6. Programs begin 6/15 and run until 8/21

• Compensation: Pay is determined based on position, additional responsibilities, relevant certifications, and staff tenure. Starting rate is $19.70/hour

  • Up to $100 weekly driver bonus for out-of-state, relocating staff

  • Relevant Certification Bonuses:

    • Swift Water Rescue Certification $200

    • ACA L3 or L4 Paddle Certification: $200

    • Wilderness First Aid: $100

  • Plus $100 - $400 per additional certification! (up to $1000 for multiple certifications)

• With a co-instructor, you will spend a week with a group of campers leading Standup paddleboarding, kayaking and/or canoeing

• You will also participate in other programming such a leading programs in mountain biking, outdoor rock climbing, and camp games. Training provided for all of our core sports!

• Safety is key!! You will be responsible for risk management and teaching our campers how to recreate safely

• You are a role model for our campers; you will demonstrate and guide campers in appropriate behavior, attitudes, and activities

• Provide exceptional customer service to our campers, parents, and Avid families

• Most positions require you to be eligible to drive - our Drivers transport campers to and from program areas using company passenger vans with gear and flatbed trailers in tow. You will be required to attend a driver training and pass an assessment during staff orientation (see background below for specific CA regulations!)

• Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of camp for all positions

• Drivers: Must be at least 20 years of age, 3-year valid driver’s license, and have a clean driving record. Due to California regulations, in order to drive our 15-passenger vans, staff must either possess a CDL or non-CA based drivers license.

• +1 years of experience working with kids in a professional or volunteer setting preferred

• Experience in our core sports is highly preferred, but not required for all positions (required for Specialists)

• Minimum of Basic First Aid, CPR, and Mandatory Reporter certification by the start of camp (and we can point you in the right direction to get this done!!)

• Specialized certifications eligible for end-of-season bonuses! $100 - $400 per certification

After you submit an application, here is what you can expect next:

• Step 1: We review your application for qualifications

• Step 2: Invitation to complete a one-way video interview

• Step 3: 40-minute live virtual interview and submit three references (personal and/or professional)

• Final decision!!

This process moves quickly so be ready to hear from us shortly after you submit your application.