About Us
Canvas and Climb is a boutique enrichment center in West Los Angeles, offering thoughtfully designed programs that inspire confidence, creativity, and physical skill in young children. Our offerings include Montessori pods, art classes, and rock climbing experiences, all delivered in carefully curated, aesthetically intentional spaces.
We believe children are naturally capable and thrive when given opportunities to challenge themselves in safe, engaging environments. Our rock climbing program encourages exploration, self-confidence, problem-solving, and coordination, while fostering a sense of accomplishment and adventure.
As a growing organization, we are committed to providing instructors with pathways to grow with the company, including leadership and program development opportunities.
About the Role
We are seeking a sophisticated, experienced rock climber to lead 1-hour climbing classes for children ages 3–6. The ideal candidate combines advanced climbing expertise with a passion for teaching young learners, creating experiences that are both safe and inspiring.
You will design and implement structured climbing sessions that develop motor skills, confidence, spatial awareness, and problem-solving. You will also establish progressive skill pathways for children who continue in the program long-term, preparing them for challenges, themed adventures, and milestones that promote both achievement and fun.
As a founding instructor, you will have autonomy to create class structures, thematic challenges, and safety protocols, ensuring a boutique, high-end climbing experience for every child.
Key Responsibilities
Lead engaging, safe, and age-appropriate 1-hour climbing classes for children ages 3–6
Develop structured class outlines, skill progressions, and thematic climbing challenges
Teach climbing techniques, coordination, balance, and problem-solving in an age-appropriate way
Maintain a clean, safe, and visually intentional climbing environment
Observe and adapt instruction to each child’s developmental stage and skill level
Communicate thoughtfully with parents regarding progress, milestones, and upcoming challenges
Rotate and maintain climbing equipment, ensuring safety and readiness
Take initiative to design creative, engaging, and developmentally appropriate climbing experiences
Ensure strict adherence to all safety standards and protocols
Qualifications
At least 3 years of personal rock climbing experience with advanced skill and technique
Thorough knowledge of climbing safety, equipment, devices (manual and auto belay), and techniques
Ability to teach climbing skills to children ages 3 and up
Strong understanding of child development and age-appropriate instruction
CPR certification (provided twice per year by the company)
Excellent communication, observational, and interpersonal skills
Highly organized, proactive, and creative in designing lessons and challenges
Preferred Qualities
Passion for inspiring children to challenge themselves physically
Patient, encouraging, and observant presence
Creative and able to design fun, thematic, and progressive climbing experiences
Desire to grow with a boutique, high-end enrichment center and contribute to program development
Collaborative and flexible in working with other instructors and staff
Sample 1-Hour Class Outline
Theme: “Adventure Challenge”
0–10 min: Welcome circle and warm-up exercises (stretching, coordination games)
10–35 min: Skill-focused climbing practice (balance, grip, climbing routes)
35–45 min: Themed challenge: obstacle course or problem-solving climbing activity
45–55 min: Reflection & mini “achievement check”: discuss progress and celebrate milestones
55–60 min: Cool-down and closing circle: prepare equipment, review skills, preview next week
What We Offer
Boutique, aesthetically intentional climbing environment for young children
Small class sizes allowing individualized attention
Autonomy to design progressive climbing curriculum and creative challenges
Pathways for long-term skill development and student growth
Paid planning time for lesson development and equipment preparation
CPR training provided twice per year
Opportunity to grow into a full-time role and leadership positions within the company
This version:
Clearly specifies advanced climbing qualifications
Emphasizes safety, technique, and teaching ability
Highlights growth potential with the company and boutique high-end positioning