Adventures Program Lead (Middle & High School) - South Salt Lake Valley Area
About the role
Williamsburg Adventures (WAD) is seeking leadership and outdoor enthusiasts to serve as mentors to students in Outdoor and Leadership Adventures courses within specifically assigned regions throughout the state.
Essential Duties (Top 5 Roles)
Facilitate Transformational Learning Experiences
- Design and lead meaningful, hands-on adventures aligned with the Williamsburg model
- Incorporate intentional discussions, reflection, and student touchpoints (1:1 and group processing)
- Provide context and purpose for each adventure experience
- Attend all required online and in-person Friday trainings
- Capture and document student progress and feedback
Plan & Execute Site-Specific Adventures
- Plan and implement 10 approved adventures per semester on predetermined Fridays
- Coordinate logistics, vendors, facilities, and payments (company card provided)
- Manage semester budgets and submit expenses in a timely manner
- Arrive 30 minutes prior to events and serve as the on-site leader
- Serve as the primary point of contact for students and families
Ensure Student Safety
- Maintain responsibility for student safety from drop-off to pick-up
- Carry first-aid supplies and required medical documentation
- Take attendance and monitor student whereabouts
- Document and report safety incidents appropriately
Communicate Effectively
- Communicate adventure details to students, parents, and team members
- Coordinate regularly with the Adventures State Coordinator
- Share post-event updates and photos
Manage Academic & Compliance Responsibilities (When Applicable)
- Set up and manage courses in Canvas
- Ensure waivers and medical forms are completed prior to participation
- Track attendance and submit grades in Canvas and SIS
- Support student accommodations (IEP/504 plans)
- Communicate with students and parents as needed
Non-Essential Duties
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be at least 21 years of age
Valid and current driver’s license
Outdoor leadership experience preferred
Experience working with students in grades 6–12
Current First Aid & CPR certification (or willingness to obtain prior to start)
Strong organizational, planning, and communication skills
Ability to pass a background check
Ability to provide transformational mentoring to youth
Willfulness to lead with authenticity, vulnerability, and integrity
Demonstrated energy and enthusiasm for outdoor experiences and personal challenge
Comfort using technology platforms, including SIS, Canvas, Zoom, Emburse, Facebook, Grow, Remind, and Google Suite (training provided)
Position Structure & Time Commitment
Adventures are held on 10 predetermined Fridays each semester
Approximately 20-25 hours of pre-semester planning are required
15–20 hours of required training prior to the semester
During the semester, this part-time role averages up to 10-12 hours per week, with most hours occurring on Adventure Fridays during normal school hours
Additional flexible hours may be completed throughout the week
On non-adventure weeks, required Friday trainings (typically 2-3 hours) are compensated
Additional seasonal duties may provide opportunities for additional paid hours
Mileage reimbursement provided for travel to and from adventure locations from home address
Physical and Mental Requirements
Ability to perform physical activities including walking, hiking, running, standing for extended periods, lifting, and bending
Ability to maintain continuous visual supervision of students
Ability to hear and respond to students in active indoor and outdoor environments
Physical capability to safely lead and supervise students in a variety of adventure-based settings
Benefits
401(k) Retirement and Paid Time Off
Salary Range
$25 per hour