Indoor Climbing Wall Instructor - After School Children's Program
Listed on 2026-02-06
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Sports/Fitness/Wellness
Recreation & Leisure, Health / Fitness / Gym / Pilates, Exercise Science / Kinesiology
Indoor Climbing Wall Instructor - After School Children's Program
Distributed by Lakeshore Sport & Fitness – Illinois Center, 211 N. Stetson Avenue, Chicago, IL. This full‑service health club features a 110‑foot top‑rope climbing wall in a seven‑story atrium.
OverviewThe role involves teaching and supervising children aged 5 to 16 during after‑school climbing sessions. Sessions run from Tuesday, January 6th to March 10th, 2026, with class times 3:30 pm–5:30 pm. Additional shifts are available on Tuesday 5 pm–8 pm and Sunday 11 am–3 pm.
Essential Responsibilities- Belay and instruct children ages 5–16 enrolled in the after‑school program.
- Maintain a safe and clean climbing area.
- Provide excellent customer service to climbers of all skill levels and create a positive climbing experience.
- Teach proper equipment fit, tying, belaying with a Gri Gri/Carabiner combination, safety checks, and clear communication.
- Enforce all climbing wall rules.
$17 per hour, minimum two hours per week. Additional shifts available on Tuesday and Friday evenings, and Sunday afternoon.
Qualifications- Ability to work with adults and children.
- Personable and outgoing.
- Previous or current experience in a certified climbing gym (mandatory).
- Flexibility to work weekday afternoons, evenings, and Sunday afternoons.
Complimentary club membership with free climbing privileges.
Physical Requirements- Stand and walk for extended periods.
- Lifting and carrying up to 50 lb.
Downers Grove, IL.
Seniority LevelMid‑Senior level.
Employment TypePart‑time.
Job FunctionOther.
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