Touchstone Climbing owns and operates 16 climbing gyms across California. But we’re more than gyms—we’re a community. 

In addition to competitive pay, outstanding benefits, free gym membership, and other perks, joining our team connects you with all we have going on in our dynamic community. 

About the Role

This is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, and not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. You may be given other duties and information to follow from your manager as they see fit.

Job Summary

The role of Summer Camp Counselor consists primarily in running high quality camp sessions for the Summer Camps at your home gym.  Summer Camp Counselors are also expected to provide curriculum for their camp, either through collaboration with other coaching staff or on their own, to best serve the needs of their camp climbers.     

Summer Camp Counselors are seasonal workers, and are anticipated to work during Summer months only.  You will be working in the  Summer Camp Counselor capacity unless offered a Coaching position by the Youth Program Director at the conclusion of the Summer Camp program. 

Job Skills and Qualifications

• Experienced in bouldering, top rope, and lead climbing.    
• Sound understanding of climbing techniques such as footwork, body positioning, movement efficiency, route reading, etc. 
• Sound understanding of off the wall exercises/training such as push ups, pull ups, lifts with regard to proper form and safety
• Patience and passion for working with kids at a variety of ability levels and learning styles.       
• Ability to bring a creative, fun approach to climbing instruction and curriculum; makes learning how to climb enjoyable and engaging. 
• Ability to create high quality training curriculum and programming for the Climbing Club Team.  
• Able to collaborate with other coaches to facilitate an exceptional club experience for our climbers. 
• Passion for working with children and facilitating their growth as climbers and people      
• Safety-conscious approach to work.   
• Empathetic, age-appropriate approach to teaching and communication with children.

Responsibilities   

• Show up on time and ready to work. Be consistently available to attend all club practices and most competitions (if applicable, not all coaches go to competitions).
• Assist in creating and implementing training curriculum for Summer Camp Sessions.
• Oversee safety of club climbers during training and manage impact of the club training on gym members. 
• Create (or contribute to) training materials for club (goals sheets, training logs, etc.) 
• Consistent with communication with club parents about club scheduling (competitions, practices, club events, etc.) and individuals (behavioral issues, performance updates, etc.) 
• Consistent communication with Youth Programs Director and Lead Team Coach (if applicable) at your location about program quality and development.  
  

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand for the duration of an entire practice.     
• Able to belay for extended periods of practice as needed.  
• Ability to effectively and appropriately spot climbers during bouldering activities.
• Ability to appropriately demonstrate proper exercise and lifting form       
• Bending at the waist and neck, sitting, kneeling, laying horizontally, use of arms, wrists and all bodily movements in climbing.

Pay Scale and Benefits

Starting pay rate is $19.00/hour. Summer Camp Counselors' individual compensation decisions are associated with one or more of the following: size of the climbing facility, bouldering only facilities, facilities with lower membership volume, experience coaching, number of participants in each program, and/or tenure.

At Touchstone, we value our employees and offer the following benefits for part time employees:

•  Medical FSA -  All employees are eligible to make Pre-tax contributions to a Flexible Spending Account for medical expenses
•  Paid Time Off – Vacation and sick leave provided
•  Free Gym Membership – Access to all Touchstone facilities
•  Pro Deals & Staff Discounts – Discounts on gear purchased at our gyms and industry pro deals
•  Flexible Work Schedule – Supporting work-life balance

We believe in fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment where our employees can thrive.