What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Summer Junior Sailing Instructor position at Green Bay Sail and Paddle?
Junior Sailing Instructor Job Description
Mission
Green Bay Sail and Paddle, Inc. (“GBSP”) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that creates opportunities for all area youth and families, regardless of means or ability, to safely enjoy sail and paddle sports on the waters of the bay.
Overview
Junior Sailing Instructors assist with planning and implementing instruction and activities for GBSP classes. Instructors assist the Sailing Instructor and Lead Sailing Instructor with: lesson planning, staff development, class and activity scheduling, and teaching sailing classes. Instructors report directly to the Operations Manager, and are under the jurisdiction of the GBSP Board of Directors. Each Instructor, under the supervision of the Lead Sailing Instructor, is responsible each week for instruction and management of small, skills-based groups of up to 32 participants. Other responsibilities include assisting with: maintenance of program equipment, including GBSP owned sailboats and safety boats; assist with completing daily inspection check sheets, program set-up at the beginning of the season and clean-up at the end of season; ongoing inventory; and ensuring that all GBSP classes meet the highest health and safety standards.
This position is a summer position typically from June 1 - August 31. Scheduled start and end dates may change from time to time based on availability and class requests.
Expectations
Be a positive role model for the students, guests, instructors, and volunteers. Encourage the highest levels of sportsmanship and behavior. Generate enthusiasm and commitment to learning, while adhering to GBSP’s program goals and objectives, as established by the Executive Director. Demonstrate a high degree of maturity and sense of responsibility for the program.
WORK SCHEDULE: On a daily basis, scheduled throughout the summer season. Hours may vary between 8am and 9pm and will include weekend rotations. Time will be flexed around classes scheduled. Sailing Instructors must be on-site to implement programs, supervise participants and assist other staff.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Any accommodations made will only be done so as to not compromise the safety of other staff and participants.
- 14 years of age or older
- Complete US Sailing SafeSport training
- US Sailing Teaching and Coaching Fundamentals training
- Must attend GBSP Orientation and Training scheduled prior to the start of season
- Ability to work efficiently, independently and reliably
- Exhibit a mature, professional demeanor
- Ability to manage multiple challenges at the same time
- Pass the background check
- Drug testing required prior to employment
Responsibilities
- Assist in Teaching Sailing Program classes in accordance with GBSP Sailing Program Curriculum, as directed by the Sailing Instructor and/or Lead Sailing Instructor. Classes may include (and are not limited to): basic sailing, advanced sailing, knot tying, basic boat maintenance, sportsmanship, and rigging/de-rigging boats.
- Participate and assist in on-the-water practice sessions and practice safe use of sailboats and safety boats according to GBSP policies.
- Monitor students in all shore and on-the-water aspects of their conduct during classes to ensure the quality and safety of operations. This includes assisting students with the preparation and launching of their sailboat, assist reviewing and ensuring that rigging is done correctly, and that the sails & boats are in safe, working condition. Assist and ensure proper fitting PFD’s are used and in good working condition.
- Assist with providing proper care, report incidents/accidents to Sailing Instructor or Lead Sailing Instructor.
- Report all incidents, repairs needed, and supplies needed to Sailing Instructor or Lead Sailing Instructor.
- Assist Sailing Instructor and Lead Sailing Instructor in organizing and attending events as necessary and help with setup and cleanup as needed.
- Other duties as assigned by the Sailing Instructor and/or Lead Sailing Instructor.
Communication and parent contact
- Communicate effectively with participants, parents, and staff alike, regarding program expectations, activities and events.
- Maintain professional appearance and demeanor at all times and ensure that all instructional staff do the same
Curriculum and Instruction
- Follow the course curriculum as designed. Develop daily lesson plans as needed.
- Model best practices lesson preparation and presentation
- Coach and assist all instructors in effective group management strategies
- Assist other instructors in developing activities when conditions do not permit on-the-water lessons
- Assist Sailing Instructor and Lead Sailing Instructor in observing and documenting Instructor’s lessons and student interactions as needed.
- Refer to GBSP manuals for curriculum guidance
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $12.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12