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Curiosity Guide

Lehi, UT · On-site

$13/hr

Description Curiosity Guide Wage : $13/hour Shift : Part time. Morning and afternoon shifts ... lbs., climbing stairs, giving verbal instructions in English, bending, and manipulating small ...

Greet each customer and encourage for the duration of the program * Assist customers with putting on harnesses and climbing shoes * Belay for up to two hours at a time * Guide orientations with small ...

Greet each customer and encourage for the duration of the program * Assist customers with putting on harnesses and climbing shoes * Belay for up to two hours at a time * Guide orientations with small ...

Using the transformative power of the wilderness, rope courses, team challenges, climbing, paddling ... Summer Adventure Guides lead small groups of youth in residential treatment, foster care, youth on ...

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Hawaii-Guide-Guide [Pay: $24.00/hour] PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Escort individuals or groups, from ... Occasional - sitting and stair climbing * Not Applicable - pushing, pulling/lifting/carrying less ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for climbing guide in the United States is $19.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Climbing Guide vs Rock Climbing Instructor?

AspectClimbing GuideRock Climbing Instructor
CertificationsGuide certifications (e.g., AMGA, ACMG)Climbing instruction certifications (e.g., AMGA, PCGI)
Work EnvironmentOutdoor climbing sites, crags, mountainsIndoor climbing gyms, outdoor crags
Employer & Industry UsageOutdoor adventure companies, guiding servicesClimbing gyms, outdoor education programs
Primary FocusLeading clients safely on climbs, route planningTeaching climbing techniques, safety, and skills

While both roles involve climbing and safety, a Climbing Guide primarily leads clients on outdoor climbs, focusing on guiding and safety. A Rock Climbing Instructor emphasizes teaching climbing skills, often in indoor gyms or outdoor settings, with a focus on instruction and skill development.

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Infographic showing various Climbing Guide job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,987 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

Curiosity Guide

Lehi, UT • On-site

Thanksgiving Point
Museums and Historical Sites • 201 - 500 employees

$13/hr

Part-time

Retirement

Posted 14 days ago


Thanksgiving Point rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 29 rated museums


Job description

About the Organization
Thanksgiving Point is a nonprofit dedicated to sparking curiosity, inspiring confidence, and helping children and families discover something new every time they visit. Through our museums, gardens, and farm experiences, we create hands-on adventures that are centered around all things STEM.
Born from a spirit of gratitude, we are proud to be a community-centered organization where science, nature, and the arts come alive. Each year, thousands of guests walk through our doors to explore, play, and grow-and it takes a passionate, creative team to make that magic happen.
If you're looking for meaningful work in a place where ideas are welcomed, teamwork matters, and every day brings something different, we'd love to meet you.
Description
Curiosity Guide Job Description
Wage: $13/hour
Shift: Part time. Morning and afternoon shifts. Minimum of 15 hours per week. May include Saturdays, holidays, and evening shifts.
Benefits: On the job training, Free Membership for you and immediate family; 401(k); Employee Assistance Program; Financial Assistance Program; Thanksgiving Point venue and food discounts; and more!
Summary: Come join our amazing Education team! We have the opportunity to engage with community members on the daily, cultivating curiosity and guiding individuals through a transformative learning experience. Enjoy facilitating? Have a blast interacting with kids of all ages? Able to be creative and engage? Know how to bring the joy of learning to life? Want to be a part of an incredible non-profit mission?? Then working as a Curiosity Guide was made for you!
Responsibilities:
  • Participate in, prepare for, and lead educational programs in a variety of onsite, school outreach and community outreach settings.
  • Interact with and welcome program participants with confidence, compassion, and curiosity to ignite transformative learning and guide discovery.
  • Ensure classrooms are fun, inclusive, safe, orderly, and an environment that promotes learning and engagement.
  • Cultivate an environment where positive and meaningful experiences are abundant
  • Collaborate with other Learning and Engagement staff refine facilitated and unfacilitated education across and off property.
  • Evaluate and improve participant experiences.
  • Exemplify Thanksgiving Point's Mission, Values and Policies with confidence, compassion, and curiosity
  • Other duties as assigned by manager/supervisor.

Requirements:
  • Experience teaching or facilitating in informal or formal environments
  • Able to work independently in a highly collaborative, noisy workplaces, with patience and professionalism at all times
  • Ability to give and receive constructive feedback with postivity.
  • Knowledge of how to work with learners of all ages and abilities is preferred.
  • Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, lifting up to 30 lbs., climbing stairs, giving verbal instructions in English, bending, and manipulating small objects.
  • Must be comfortable working indoors, outdoors, around animals, loud noises, and insects.
  • Valid Utah driver's license preferred, must pass an MVR.
  • Ability to travel for several days preferred.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must pass a background check.

EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
As a company we do E-Verify on all potential candidates.
If you have questions about accommodations, please reach out to hr@thanksgivingpoint.org.
We are an E-Verified Required Employer
Position
Curiosity Guide - B
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Part-Time
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Category
Education
Location
Thanksgiving Point
Number of Openings
15
Number Filled
0
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