We’re looking for energetic and passionate Program Leaders to facilitate our outdoor recreation and education programs. We’re seeking part-time, flexible Program Leads to support our winter programs from December 2026 through March 2027, co-facilitating our Leaders in Action and Learn to Shred programs for youth aged 12–18 — including snowboarding, rock climbing, and skill-development sessions around leadership, life, and employment skills. Preferred candidates will have the ability to continue on into the spring season.

What You’ll Bring

• A belief in the benefits of outdoor recreation for individuals, communities, and the environment
• A commitment to the right to participate in outdoor recreation among all ages and abilities
• Enjoy teaching youth (12–18) with enthusiasm, professionalism, and patience
• Experience, gear, and passion for the sports we teach — snowboarding in particular, rock climbing if of interest
• Ability to adapt to different audiences, locations, coworkers, weather, and unforeseen changes
• A team player who can lead or work within a team to accomplish a common goal
• Strong organization and punctuality

Bonus Points

• Experience leading children’s or youth recreational programs
• A BC driver’s licence (Class 4 or above an asset) and comfort driving a minivan and bike trailer
• Coaching or other relevant certifications

Roles & Responsibilities

• Co-facilitate Elevation Outdoors core programs — implementing curriculum, building mentorship relationships with youth, and working with staff and volunteers to deliver sport-based programs safely
• Respond to unforeseen events such as changes in weather or conditions, evolving group dynamics, injury, or participant behaviour
• Transport and set up equipment as needed
• Use paid training and prep time to get comfortable and confident with program curriculum and details
• Communicate with staff on-site to keep everyone aligned and flag challenges, successes, or incidents

Schedule & Locations

• Part-time, 2–4 days/week; shift count varies week to week based on availability, school holidays, and programming needs
• Snowboarding shifts are long days (9–11 hours), with standard overtime pay provided
• Travel within Kelowna, West Kelowna, and surrounding areas or sport venues (e.g. Big White, Beyond the Crux climbing gym)
• Expect some early mornings and late nights on snowboarding days
• Mandatory onboarding and training runs December through early January, primarily Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday afternoons/evenings and Sundays (full day)
• Full winter shift schedule released before the season begins (Dec 2026 – March 2027)

Details

• Season: December 2026 – March 2027, with preferred candidates continuing into spring
• Hours: Part-time, 2–4 days/week
• Compensation: Starting at $25.00/hr, with additional compensation available based on relevant certifications and experience
• Projected start: Beginning of December 2026, starting with mandatory training shifts
• Work location: In person — Kelowna, West Kelowna, and surrounding sport venues

You’ll Also Need

• Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification (or equivalency), or willingness to self-organize and obtain it
• Ability to obtain a Class 4 Unrestricted licence
• A clear Criminal Record Check for the vulnerable sector
• Legal authorization to work in Canada
• English fluency
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Reliable access to your own snowboard gear, and comfort snowboarding at an intermediate level (green and blue runs, at minimum)