SOS Outreach needs instructors for the Ruby Hill rail yard!

RUBY HILL RAIL YARD Volunteer Instructor Description

SOS is a sports-based youth development organization. Our goal is to help build character and self-esteem in at-risk youth through snow sports. We partner with youth-serving agencies and resorts to provide multi-day snow sports programs that incorporate a set of core values (courage, discipline, integrity, wisdom and compassion). SOS and Denver Parks and Recreation are partnering together this winter at Ruby Hill to serve youth through Jibbin’ 4 Kids.

Volunteer instructor opportunities exist with our introductory Ruby Hill Jibbin’ 4 Kids programs. It is the instructors’ responsibility to lead lessons and mentor the youth throughout their learning process. Volunteer instructors have a unique opportunity to serve as a positive role model by providing attention and encouragement to each student through their experience. Tasks may include:

• Helping to outfit the kids with rental equipment
• Tracking attendance and equipment updates
• Demonstrating skills and techniques on the hill and in the park
• Working in small groups or one on one with kids who need extra support on the hill
• Sharing your love for snow sports with youth!

Requirements:
• You must attend all 5 assigned days of the Jibbin’ 4 Kids program:
o Park specific clinic- Time and place TBA, expect a full day commitment of 8 hours
o Set-up TBA (January 11th-15th)
o January 30th- MANDATORY (SIA on hill day)
o 4-5 Tuesdays or 4-5 Thursdays beginning in mid-January. Dates: TBA- expect to commit to a 5-hour shift for each day (4pm-9pm)
• Preference will be given to applicants who a L1 certified and have both skiing and snowboarding experience
• Bi lingual is preferred
• Denver Parks and Recreation will conduct a background check on all potential volunteer instructors
• ALL instructors will need to fill out DRP & SOS Outreach volunteer waivers
• Timeliness is crucial. SOS and Denver Parks and Recreation reserve the right to revoke your pass if you do not fulfill the requirement of this position
*Compensation will be provided in the form of a season pass to Winter Park valid after the first training through the end of the season.

Online applications can be found in at https://secure.civicore.com/sosclient/. Potential volunteer instructors should complete the “New Instructor Form.”
For further questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Stephanie Marcus at: Stephanie@sosoutreach.org or (970) 926-9292x110