Sailing Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Includes the following but no limited to :

• Develop daily lesson plans making full and constructive use of scheduled program times, combining classroom and on-the-water lessons or activities
• Instruct a class of youth sailors with ability levels ranging from beginner to advanced
• Assist sailors in setting goals with a focus on progress and improvement
• Encourage participation and motivate sailors to a high level of commitment
• Physically assist sailors in launching, rigging and storing boats
• Drive an outboard motorboat to recover capsized or grounded vessels
• Facilitate minor repairs and daily maintenance as needed
• Perform seamanship tasks to include keeping boats, equipment, and storage facility clean and organized.
• Evaluate and document progress / improvement in sailing skills of class participant
• Maintain ongoing communication with participants, parents, staff and supervisor, demonstrating a sense of maturity and responsibility for the program
• Act as an appropriate role model and encourage the highest levels of sportsmanlike behavior.
• Take responsibility for ensuring a safe, organized, and educational environment.