Adventure Guide
Company: arc After School and Experiential Education
Location: Torrance
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Make a Difference Today! Do you thrive in the great
outdoors? Love being active and working with youth? Are some of
your best memories from hiking, camping, climbing, or water sports?
If you believe kids learn more from hands-on outdoor experiences
than sitting in a classroom, and you are looking for a flexible
work schedule, then this is your calling! Arc Experience provides
before and after school programs for youth throughout Southern
California in Los Angeles, San Diego, and Imperial Valley. We
highly value our employees, and we invest in them by providing
opportunities to expand their career and life skills. Arc is
looking for motivated and compassionate people who want to expand
their career working with youth and have a desire to give back to
the community. Arc Experience’s Outdoor Adventure division is
seeking enthusiastic Outdoor Adventure Guides to inspire and
empower youth through nature-based activities. No need to be a
backcountry expert—we will train you in the outdoor skills you
need! As a guide, you will lead team-building challenges, obstacle
courses, and offsite adventures like kayaking and biking, helping
students build confidence, develop social-emotional skills, and
discover their potential—all while having an unforgettable time
outdoors! If you are ready to turn your love for adventure into a
meaningful job, join our team today! Qualifications Qualifications
& Experience 2 years of experience working with K-12 students.
Understanding of outdoor education or leadership development
programs. Experience in adventure activities is highly preferred.
Our most common programs include: Hiking Biking Kayaking Rock
climbing Team-building activities Ability to personally participate
in outdoor activities. Strong leadership and behavior management
skills, overseeing up to 20 students. Encouraging and patient
approach when working with youth. Safety & Compliance Requirements
Must create and maintain a physically and mentally safe environment
for students, fostering personal growth, confidence, self-reliance,
and leadership. Laser-focused on participant safety and certified
in first aid, CPR, and basic wilderness safety (or willing to
complete training). Ability to drive vehicles (with and without
student passengers) per Arc’s requirements. You will be trained to
operate a vehicle towing a climbing wall and must participate in
occasional refresher training. College transcripts that show you
have 48 college credit units completed OR you take and pass an
academic proficiency exam. To get a TB test (and provide proof that
it is negative) and pass a Live Scan background check. You will be
required to take CPR and first aid training or provide proof that
you have been certified within 12 months. English - Spanish
bilingual speaker highly preferred. Valid California driver’s
license required ( Commercial Driver’s License a plus! ).
Additional Expectations Available to work both weekdays and
weekends. Some administrative paperwork is required for each
outing. Willingness to assist with event prep, post-event tasks,
cleanup, and inventory. Familiarity with Leave No Trace (LNT)
principles is preferred. Open to sharing ideas for improving
programs and logistics. Bilingual English-Spanish speakers will
have a competitive edge! High school diploma or GED required (
Bachelor’s degree highly preferred ). Pay Rate & Benefits Position
Type: Part-time, non-exempt Reports To: Director of Outdoor
Education Operations Compensation: $20.00 – $24.00 per hour (based
on experience & skills) If the school you will be working at
requires a Covid-19 vaccination, then you must provide
documentation that shows you are fully Covid-19 vaccinated. Perks
of Being an Arc Outdoor Adventure Guide Earned paid sick leave All
equipment provided for events and activities Company-sponsored
certification assistance for long-term guides Arc-branded outdoor
wear Ongoing training & professional development opportunities
Ability to commute/relocate: Reliably commute before starting work
(Required) Arc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LA1
Keywords: arc After School and Experiential Education, Aliso Viejo , Adventure Guide, Education / Teaching , Torrance, California
