16.00-18.00 per hour | Newport Sea Base, 1931 West Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA 92663, United States | Hourly | Newport Sea Base | Seasonal Looking for a job that you'll LOVE?
Are you looking for a job where you can really make a difference?
Want a job that gives you the versatility to teach outdoors, on the water, and in the classroom?
Do you have the enthusiasm, work ethic, and presentation confidence to inspire youth ages 5-17? If YES, then this may be the job for you!
Also inquire and apply if you are available for Spring School Year Program as well.
Types of Classes
Level 1 Small Boat Sailing (Beginner), Level 2 Small Boat Sailing (Intermediate), Keelboat/Big Boat Sailing, Family Learn to Sail, Adventure Sailing
Types of Sailboats
Small Boats: CFJ, RS Quest, RS Tera, Laser
Keelboats: Olson 30, Harbor 20
Overview of the Position
Sailing Instructors implement programs in conjunction with the Program Director and BSA program standards. An instructor serves with a major responsibility for customer service, classroom instruction, curriculum development, class/activity planning, and classroom behavior management. Adheres to Newport Sea Base health and safety standards. You must be at least 16 years old, be certified in CPR and First Aid, and attain your CA Boater's Card upon being hired. Needs to be enthusiastic, patient, creative, well-prepared, and confident in teaching. All instructors must be able to swim. Must be comfortable communicating with children, teens, and parents. Reports directly to the Sailing and Aquatics Director.
Sailing Instructors: US Sailing Small Boat Level 1 Instructor certificate required or scheduled to be complete before first workday, American Red Cross Lifeguard or BSA Lifeguard certifications strongly recommended.
Responsibilities/Duties
Prepare and deliver lesson plans/activities to youth in a well-planned, fun and engaging manner.
Develop and write program curriculum for new and existing classes.
Provide active supervision ensuring a safe environment for all youth.
Take class roll, tracking attendance on a roster that needs to be turned into the lead regularly.
Ensure proper set-up, usage, and clean-up of the facility, equipment, and docks.
Report program/equipment concerns to supervisor immediately.
Teach youth water, boating and paddle craft safety.
Be a positive role model and mentor to youth participants and coworkers.
Enforce student-discipline procedures according to Newport Sea Base policy.
Communicate thoroughly and effectively with other program staff and Lead Coordinators.
Participate in scheduled staff trainings throughout the year
Be competent and comfortable learning how to operate a Boston Whaler motorboat.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Hours
September-May (School Year)
Maximum: 10-20 hours per week
Weekday and Weekend shifts available; flexible schedule
