Job Summary

We are seeking a knowledgeable and engaging First Aid / Wilderness First Aid Instructor to lead training sessions in both classroom and outdoor settings. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, teaching experience, and a passion for safety education. This role involves instructing participants on essential first aid techniques, wilderness safety, and emergency response procedures to prepare them for real-world situations in outdoor and workplace environments.

The instructor will play a vital role in empowering individuals with life-saving skills through effective tutoring and hands-on training.

Duties

- Deliver comprehensive First Aid and Wilderness First Aid courses to diverse groups of learners.
- Develop engaging lesson plans that incorporate practical scenarios, demonstrations, and interactive activities.
- Assess participant understanding through evaluations and provide constructive feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Canadian Red Cross first aid and wilderness first aid guidelines.
- Foster a positive learning environment by utilizing excellent communication skills and adapting teaching methods to diverse audiences.
- Ensure all training equipment, materials, and facilities are prepared and maintained for each session.
- Track participant progress and complete necessary documentation for certification purposes.




- Stay informed about current safety regulations and best practices in wilderness medicine.
- Maintain all relevant certifications.

Requirements

- Minimum 1 year of instructing experience in a classroom environment, preferably in first aid or outdoor education settings.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly convey complex concepts to learners of all levels.
- 2 years of outdoor guiding experience.
- Current (unexpired) Canadian Red Cross Wilderness First Aid Instructor certification.
- Current (unexpired) Canadian Red Cross First Aid Instructor certification.
- Driver's License (Class 5 or equivalent) with a clean driver's abstract
- Candidate must be willing to travel to Vancouver as required
- Passion for outdoor activities, safety education, and empowering others with life-saving skills.
- Ability to adapt instructional techniques based on participant needs and environmental conditions.

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by equipping individuals with critical emergency response skills in outdoor environments while fostering personal growth within a supportive team environment. Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Extended health care

Licence/Certification:
- Canadian Red Cross First Aid Instructor certification (preferred)
- Red Cross Wilderness First Aid Instructor certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 First Aid / Wilderness First Aid Instructor (Squamish)
🏢 Coast Wilderness Medical Training
📍 Squamish