Mountain Biking Instructor and/or Trip Leader (Part Time)

Description:

The Christ School Outdoor Program is currently searching for a part-time Mountain Biking Instructor and/or Trip Leader for our upcoming spring season. This role entails collaborating with the head coach to develop and execute practices on our extensive campus trail system and neighboring trail networks such as Dupont State Park and Pisgah National Forest.  

The qualities we seek in applicants for this role include adaptability, a strong work ethic, adept time management skills, and a sense of humor. Given that Christ School is an all-boys boarding institution, the capacity to foster trust and establish a positive rapport with young men is of utmost importance.

This opportunity is particularly well-suited for outdoor educators who aspire to gain valuable experience managing groups, trip planning, and coaching under the mentorship of our head coach and fellow members of our esteemed Outdoor Program staff.

  • Duration: February 9th – May 14th , 2026
  • Monday to Friday: 3:45pm – 5:30pm.
  • Once a week (pre-determined M, Tu, W, or Th): 3:45pm – 8pm.  
  • This longer practice is to allow for trips off campus (changes weekly based on weather or school events).
  • One Saturday per month: 10am – 5pm.  

Qualifications:    

  • Knowledge of mountain biking skills, fundamentals, and maneuvers.
  • Extensive personal mountain biking experience.  
  • Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies.  
  • Ability to effectively communicate with other staff.  
  • Enthusiasm for sharing outdoor adventures with others.
  • Adaptable, motivated, and safety conscious.
  • Valid US driver’s license.  
  • Comfort driving a short bus is preferred.  
  • Prior experience teaching/instructing youth preferred.  
  • Prior experience instructing mountain biking is preferred.
  • WFA or WFR training preferred.  
  • Mountain Bike Instructor Certification (PMBI, BICP, and/or FIT – Level 2/Advanced Certification) preferred.

 Benefits:  

  • Salary: $2000 for the season (~$19 per hour equivalent)  
  • Meals provided after practice in our dining hall from 5:30-7:30pm; all meals on team trips paid for by the school.  
  • Paid professional development (WFA).  
  • Advancement opportunities within Christ School for faculty or staff positions.
  • Two weeks leave for Spring Break.  

Contact:  

Please direct all inquiries to Outdoor Program Director Wesley Shelmire at wshelmire@christschool.org.  

About Christ School:  

Christ School was founded in 1900 and is affiliated with the Episcopal Church.  Located nine miles south of Asheville, North Carolina, Christ School is an all-boys boarding and day school for grades 8-12.  Students come from 16 states and eight foreign countries.  All world faiths are represented and welcomed at Christ School. www.christschool.org.  

Christ School is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any other legally protected status.