Group Leader - Minneapolis/St. Paul

We are seeking Group Leaders who live in the program destination/region. Provide curriculum to Road Scholar program staff in advance for approval. Deliver educational content to Participants in a classroom setting and/or out in the field on Instructor-led guided walks and hikes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or relevant experience strongly preferred
• CTP Certificate for Group Leaders required or equivalent professional tourism experience
• 1+ years group leadership experience in an educational and/or travel program environment
• Prior Elderhostel/Road Scholar experience preferred as well as experience working with individuals 55+ and handling different levels of physical ability preferred
• Preferably lives in the program destination/region or has an intimate knowledge of the destinations
• Strong leadership skills to build group cohesion
• Sets clear expectations to participants
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving ability
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication skills and excellent command of English
• Ability to work with a team and collaborate and share best practices
• Empowered to enhance impact of educational experiences; set clear expectations to participants;
• Be capable of operating basic AV functions (setting up laptop/projector for lectures)
• Have access to reliable cell phone, capable of texting and/or emails

Benefits

• No benefits eligible