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How much do guide jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for guide in Missouri is $16.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.16 and $19.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a guide?

Guides are professionals who lead individuals or groups on tours or excursions, providing information, interpretation, and assistance about specific locations, attractions, or activities. They are knowledgeable about the history, culture, and natural features of the places they cover, helping visitors have an engaging and educational experience. Guides may work in a variety of settings, such as museums, historical sites, outdoor adventure companies, or travel agencies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a guide, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Guide, you need in-depth knowledge of local history, geography, and culture, often supported by relevant certifications or training in guiding or tourism. Familiarity with navigation tools, booking systems, and languages commonly used by tourists is highly beneficial. Exceptional communication, interpersonal skills, and adaptability help Guides engage diverse audiences and handle unexpected situations. These skills ensure informative, safe, and enjoyable experiences for clients, fostering positive reviews and repeat business.

What are some common challenges faced by guides when leading groups, and how can they be addressed?

Guides often encounter challenges such as managing diverse group dynamics, ensuring everyone's safety, and effectively communicating information to participants with varying levels of knowledge or interest. These challenges can be addressed by developing strong interpersonal skills, staying well-prepared with safety protocols, and adapting communication styles to suit the group. Successful Guides also remain flexible and responsive to unexpected situations, such as changes in weather or individual needs, ensuring a positive and informative experience for everyone involved.

What is the difference between Guide vs Tour Guide?

AspectGuideTour Guide
CredentialsVaries; often no formal certification requiredOften requires specific certifications or licenses
Work EnvironmentCan include outdoor, indoor, or virtual settings across various industriesPrimarily outdoor or indoor settings leading groups on tours
Industry UsageUsed broadly in education, training, and customer serviceSpecific to travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors
Common Search IntentGeneral guidance roles, educational or instructional contextsTravel, sightseeing, and tourism-related activities

While both guides and tour guides assist and lead others, guides have a broader role that can include educational, instructional, or customer service functions across various industries. Tour guides specifically focus on leading groups during travel or sightseeing activities within the tourism sector.

What are the most commonly searched types of Guide jobs in Missouri?

The most popular types of Guide jobs in Missouri are:

What cities in Missouri are hiring for Guide jobs?

Cities in Missouri with the most Guide job openings:

What are popular job titles related to Guide jobs in MO?

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Infographic showing various Guide job openings in Missouri as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,692 per year, or $16.2 per hour.

Lifestyle Enrichment Guide

Lutheran Senior Services

Saint Charles, MO • On-site

$15 - $22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Lutheran Senior Services rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

41st of 245 rated social care providers


Job description

Job Description:
Summary:
The Lifestyle Enrichment Guide helps to plan and implement activities that provide opportunities that support the domains of wellness including social, intellectual, physical and spiritual, supporting the pursuit of personal interests that enrich the lives of the residents; The Lifestyle Enrichment Guide works cooperatively and respectfully with residents, coworkers, families, visitors and volunteers to create a positive and pleasant environment that supports healthy aging
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Works collaboratively with the team in the planning, development, organizing, implementing, and evaluation of each resident's lifestyle enrichment pursuits
2. Observes resident attendance, mood, behavior and degree of involvement so that activities supporting lifestyle enrichment and each resident's individual progress are evaluated to fully support individual needs as well as further development of Lifestyle Enrichment program
3. Prepares rooms/areas for lifestyle enrichment programs, gathers all necessary supplies, transports residents to and from activity programs and cleans up rooms/areas after activity programs
4. Responds to residents based on their individual activity level and interests, ensuring the resident's involvement is a reflection of their individual desires
5. Functions as each resident's advocate, communicating to supervisor and other team members any changes observed
6. If properly licensed, may serve as a back-up for the community Chauffeurs and transport residents offsite in a vehicle they are licensed to drive (DOT certification and a Class C, A, or B driver's license if transporting 16 or more passengers including the driver; Class D Illinois or Class E Missouri driver's license if transporting 15 or fewer passengers including the driver)
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
  • Prior experience in a lifestyle enrichment / activity role preferable
  • Must be CPR certified
  • Demonstrates a high level of customer service and values person-centered care
  • Enjoyment of creativity and interpersonal interaction through one-on-one and group activities
  • Desire to be part of a team
  • Proficient computer skills
  • High school graduate or GED
  • Active driver's license preferred

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
The physical requirements and working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and taste or smell. The employee is constantly required to use hands to finger, handle and feel and talk or hear.
The employee helps with moving residents in wheelchairs, setting up tables and chairs and other supplies and equipment used for activities.
  • Employee lifts up to 40 pounds
  • Employee uses up to 56.6 pounds of force to push/pull residents in wheelchairs weighing up to 350 pounds; The force required to push/pull this same 350-pound resident increases to 94 pounds if the work environment contains unavoidable ramps

The work environment is well-lighted and ventilated and has its own temperature control system (air conditioning and heat); Employees may be subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the Aids and Hepatitis B viruses; Employees may be subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etc. Employees may work beyond normal working hours when necessary, including evenings and weekends.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and standards.
EverTrue Pay & Benefits
Pay grade: 07, $15.00/hour to $22.00/hour.
Eligible for shift differentials: No.
For information on EverTrue benefits-eligibility by employment status, please see below.
All employees: Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO Sell-back, Retirement savings benefits with an employer match contribution, Education Financial Assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellness, Pay advances (PayActiv), Caregiver support (TCARE), Leaves of Absence, Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot), and Commuter support.
Part-time: In addition to the benefits provided to all employees... Extended Sick Pay, Bereavement Pay, and Jury Duty Pay.
Full-time or Weekend Option: In addition to the benefits provided to all employees and Part-time employees... Medical/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care), Life insurance, Disability (Long-term and Short-term), Voya income protection benefits (Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident), and Pet insurance.
Additional Information:
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About Lutheran Senior Services

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For over 160 years, Lutheran Senior Services has been at the forefront of exceptional quality services with a faith-inspired, mission-driven focus. Every senior we serve, each family member and friend, and every single team member who works alongside us is unique, with life experience, wisdom, gifts, and talents to be honored, cherished, and celebrated. We are also grateful for both national and local partnerships who support us in our Christian mission – from church partners to other not-for-profit organizations.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Brentwood, MO, US

Year founded

1858