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Cornerstone Tours —Washington, DC
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- CPR Certification
- Public speaking
- Paid training
- Flexible schedule
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Tour Guide

Cornerstone Tours
Washington, DC

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Job Details

Part-time
$30 - $40 an hour
22 hours ago

Benefits

Paid training
Flexible schedule
Referral program

Qualifications

Crowd interaction
Outdoor work experience
Conducting guided tours
Guest rapport building

Full Job Description

About Cornerstone Tours

Cornerstone Tours is a Washington, DC-based walking tour company founded in 2026. We'e dedicated to bringing history to life through immersive, expert-led experiences. Our current offerings include walking tours of Arlington National Cemetery, Capitol Hill (Library of Congress, Supreme Court, Capitol), Lincoln Assassination, and Georgetown, with more tours on the horizon. We serve both public group tours and private clients, from individual visitors to corporate and school groups. We're building a team of passionate, knowledgeable guides who take pride in storytelling, professionalism, and creating memorable moments for every guest. Please apply if you would like to join us!

The Role

As a Cornerstone Tours Guide, you will lead public and private walking tours through some of Washington's most historically significant landmarks. You will be responsible not just for delivering accurate history, but for crafting an experience guests will talk about long after their trip.

This role is ideal for educators, historians, military veterans, hospitality professionals, performers, or anyone with a deep love of American history and a genuine enjoyment of public engagement.

Compensation

We start our guides at $30/hr + tips, and tours range from 1.5 to 3.25hrs. There's a runway for hourly raises with clear objective metrics in place to achieve these hourly increases. If you show your loyalty and dedication to company growth, particularly through positive guest feedback, we will show our commitment to keeping you on board!

Benefits

Flexible schedule
Referral program

Responsibilities

Lead scheduled public and private walking tours at Arlington National Cemetery and Capitol Hill and other sites
Deliver engaging, accurate, and age-appropriate historical commentary at each tour stop
Manage group logistics including pace, timing, headcounts, and guest safety
Greet guests professionally and handle pre-tour check-in and introductions
Respond to guest questions with depth, accuracy, and enthusiasm
Maintain thorough, up-to-date knowledge of tour content and DC history
Represent Cornerstone Tours' brand values: excellence, respect, and storytelling
Submit post-tour notes and flag any operational issues to management
Participate in periodic training sessions and guide development workshops

Qualifications

Required:

Exceptional public speaking skills and comfort leading groups of 2–25 people
Strong knowledge of American history, military history, or Washington, D.C. history
Professional, punctual, and reliable — outdoor tours run rain or shine
Physical ability to lead 2–3 hour outdoor walking tours, including on uneven terrain
Positive, guest-first attitude with strong interpersonal communication skills

Preferred:

Prior experience as a tour guide, educator, docent, or public speaker sSome of our best guides had NO prior experience, don't let this deter you!)
Background in history, journalism, political science, military service, or a related field
Familiarity with Arlington National Cemetery, Capitol Hill, or DC in general
Bilingual or multilingual abilities
CPR/First Aid certification

Schedule & Employment

Guides set their availability and we build the schedule around them. Whether you can commit to two tours a week or ten, we work with what works for you.

This role begins as an independent contractor position
Tours run in the morning and afternoon, typically 2–3 hours per tour
At least 1 weekend day availability is required
For guides who excel and wish to work exclusively with Cornerstone Tours, a W-2 part-time path is available with the potential to grow into a full-time role — we're invested in building long-term relationships with guides who are invested in us.

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Here's what to expect once you apply:

Days 1-7: We'll reach out to set up a video call
Video call: A quick chat to get to know you
In-person interview: Meet the team, talk shop
Paid training: Shadow a tour, get hands-on and start earning

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