Instructor Application

Please complete this application and return it along with your current resume to:

Adventure Links is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person based on age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

General Information
Name: Preferred:
Present Address:
Street:
City:
State:
Zip: / Date of Birth:
Gender:
Email address: / Telephone #:
How did you learn about Adventure Links? / Are you a US citizen?
What position are you applying for? (Mark with an “X”)
__ 3 Season Instructor
__ Summer – Fall Instructor
__ Summer Lead Instructor (21 years old or over)
__ Summer Instructor (Under 21 or entry level experience) / Dates available:
Start Date:
End Date:
Have you ever worked for Adventure Links before? If so, when? / Have you ever been convicted of a felony? (If yes, please explain:
Introductory Questions
Place an “X” next to one response that best describes your interest in working with Adventure Links.
__ I am familiar with the Washington D.C. area and I would really like to move there.
__ I participated in a camp or field trip with Adventure Links or Hemlock Overlook when I was young, and I’d really like to work there.
__ I genuinely enjoy working with youth in any setting, but especially in the outdoors.
__ I love adventure activities like rock climbing and white water rafting, I’m hoping to do these as much as possible while I’m working with the participants.
__ I had a great experience as a camper or participant in an outdoor program, and I think this is a good next step for me.
__ I’ve never done anything like this before, but it looks great!
__ Other:
Rate the following characteristics of an outdoor leader from most important to least important (1 is most important, 5 is least important).
__ Solid Technical skills and good understanding of how to use outdoor gear
__ Knowledge of the natural environment and local ecology
__ Being cautious and always putting safety first
__ Always being enthusiastic and energetic when leading a group activity
__ The ability to teach to a variety of learning styles
__ Other:
Which statement best describes your leadership style with youth and among peers?
__ I like to lead by example, I’m not a vocal leader but I will speak up if necessary.
__ I like to take charge and run the show. My co-leader can have some input but I usually know how I want to do things right from the start.
__ I’m an authoritative leader, I work better without a co-leader and I have no problem keeping everyone in line.
__ I think of myself as a facilitator, I put everyone in a position to succeed and the rest is up to them.
__ I’m an active leader, if someone has a hard time climbing a route I’ll get up on the wall and show them how it’s done.
__ Other:
Essay Questions
What is your greatest motivation for working in the outdoors with youth?
How do you usually respond in fast-paced or stressful situations?
What steps do you take typically take when you are faced with a problem or have a difficult decision to make?
Relevant Experience
Please estimate your total experience with each activity. Personal experience includes recreational experience, or time spent as a participant in an organized activity such as a college outdoor program or with organizations such as NOLS, Outward Bound, or at a summer camp. Professional experience includes time spent instructing other participants as a designated leader or co-leader of an organized program. Please also include a brief description of your experience.
Challenge Course/Team Building
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Environmental Education
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Overnight Summer Camps and/or Outdoor School Programs
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Canoe and Kayak Paddling
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Caving
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Rock Climbing
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Outdoor Living Skills (i.e. fire building, shelter building, camp craft, etc.)
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Hiking and/or Backpacking
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Mountain Biking
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Whitewater Rafting/Kayaking
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Sailing
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Other unique skills or relevant experience:
Driving
Do you possess a current driver’s license?
Have you ever operated a 14 passenger mini-bus carrying clients?
Would you be comfortable with completing the necessary training to operate a mini-bus?
Current Certifications ex. WFR,WFA, CPR, First Aid, lifeguard, CCM, ACA
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Professional References
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