Physical Edu Gorp Trip Leader Student Supervisor

Description:

Lead introductory adventure trips for Grinnell College students that minimize risk, minimize impact, maximize learning, and maximize enjoyment.

Responsibilities:

• Work with co-trip leader(s) to plan outdoor adventure trips of one to seven days in length for groups of 6-20 people
• Assist with trip logistics including itineraries, pre-trip handouts, emergency action plans, trip equipment reservations, shuttles, and meal planning
• Prepare participants for trips through pre-trip email communication and by co-facilitating pre-trip meetings
• Drive participants to and from trip locations in college provided transportation
• Co-teach technical outdoor skills and environmental ethics for minimizing impact to trip participants
• Manage risk, follow safety protocols, and enforce program policies while leading adventure trips
• Administer wilderness first aid and/or CPR if needed