Adjunct Firearms Instructor | Women's Programs

Adjunct Firearms Instructor | Women's Programs

White Birch Armory | Dover, NH

Position Overview

At White Birch Armory, we believe every woman deserves to feel confident, comfortable, and empowered when learning about firearms. As we continue to grow our women's firearms training programs, we are looking for a passionate and engaging Adjunct Firearms Instructor who loves helping women build confidence, develop new skills, and discover their potential.

Whether someone is picking up a firearm for the very first time or looking to sharpen their existing skills, we want every woman who walks through our doors to feel welcomed, supported, and excited to learn.

Working under the guidance of our Lead Firearms Instructor, you will help create meaningful learning experiences through hands-on instruction, personalized coaching, and engaging women's events. This opportunity is perfect for someone who combines strong firearms knowledge with patience, encouragement, and a genuine passion for helping others succeed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging firearms instruction through classroom lessons, range exercises, private sessions, and specialized training programs.
• Create a positive and supportive learning environment where women feel comfortable asking questions and developing their skills.
• Help women build confidence through personalized instruction, encouragement, and constructive feedback.
• Support the development and delivery of women-focused firearms courses, workshops, and monthly ladies' events.
• Adapt instructional techniques to accommodate different learning styles, comfort levels, and experience.
• Make learning approachable and enjoyable while maintaining the highest standards of firearm safety.
• Follow approved curriculum, lesson plans, range procedures, and organizational policies.
• Provide clear safety briefings and monitor participants to ensure safe firearm handling.
• Assist with preparing classrooms, training materials, firearms, and equipment.
• Encourage continued learning by helping students identify opportunities to advance their skills.
• Collaborate with the training team to introduce creative ideas that enhance the women's firearms training experience.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of firearm safety, safe handling techniques, marksmanship fundamentals, and range procedures.
• A passion for empowering women through education, confidence-building, and skill development.
• A warm, approachable personality with the ability to make students feel comfortable and supported.
• Excellent communication skills with a patient and encouraging teaching style.
• Ability to connect with women from diverse backgrounds and experience levels.
• Strong situational awareness and a commitment to maintaining a safe training environment.
• Ability to make technical information easy to understand for beginners.
• Experience instructing, coaching, or mentoring women in firearms training.
• Ability to follow established curriculum and direction from the Lead Firearms Instructor.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends, including scheduled monthly ladies' events.
• Must be legally eligible to possess and handle firearms and ammunition.
• Must successfully complete company-required background checks.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous firearms instruction, firearms training, range safety, military, law enforcement, competitive shooting, or related experience preferred.
• Firearms instructor certification required or preferred depending on assigned courses.
• Range Safety Officer certification preferred.
• CPR, First Aid, or emergency response training preferred.
• Previous experience teaching, coaching, or mentoring individuals or groups preferred.
• Experience developing or leading women's firearms programs, workshops, or special events is highly desirable.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, demonstrate firearm handling, and move throughout classroom and range areas for extended periods.
• Ability to safely handle firearms, ammunition, targets, and training equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally, with or without assistance.
• Ability to work in an indoor shooting range environment involving loud noise, airborne particles, lead safety protocols, and required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to observe student behavior, recognize potential safety concerns, and respond promptly.

Why Join White Birch Armory?

We're building more than a firearms training program. We're creating a community where women can learn, connect, challenge themselves, and celebrate their accomplishments.

Our women's programs are designed to make firearms education approachable and empowering. From first-time shooters to experienced enthusiasts, we want every participant to leave feeling more confident than when she arrived.

As an Adjunct Firearms Instructor, you'll have the opportunity to play an important role in growing this community. You'll help shape memorable experiences while introducing women to new skills and opportunities.If you're passionate about firearms education, love connecting with people, and find fulfillment in helping women grow their confidence, we'd love to meet you!