YOUTH SAILING INSTRUCTOR

Reports To: Youth Programs Manager

Hours: 40 per Week, Monday - Friday 8:30am-4:30pm 

Type: June 24th through August 30th, Potential for Sept/Oct lessons

Position Overview:

The youth programs at The Center for Wooden Boats explore small craft maritime skills and heritage in a dynamic hands-on environment on Lake Union. Instructors teach beginner to intermediate skills in after school sailing and weekend programs for youth ages 8-16. CWB’s youth programs promote self-confidence and foster skills in observation, decision-making, and teamwork while sailing in 8’-12’ classic wooden boats.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the safe and fun delivery of the youth programs

  • Follow lesson plans, teach, and assess student skills aligned with curriculum

  • Be a positive role model for all youth participants & junior instructors

  • Ensure a high level of safety for all activities

  • Be able to manage 12 students on your own or up to 24 students with co-instructors

  • Assist in maintaining safety boats, the El Toro fleet, and the Outdoor Classroom

  • Work with Youth Sailing & Boat Building staff to evaluate program

Qualifications:

  • Current US Sailing Instructor Level 1 Certification

  • Current CPR and First Aid certifications

  • Competence in operating small powerboats (safety boats)

  • Able to lift light to medium weight (20-50 lbs) solo and/or heavy objects (50-100 lbs) with assistance

  • Ability to problem solve and work independently and as a team member

  • Comfort speaking with parents and guardians

  • Ability to provide safe, fun, and age-appropriate sailing lessons for youth

  • Patient, reliable, and has a positive attitude

  • 1+ years working with youth ages 8-15

  • 1+ years teaching sailing or sailing related experience

To apply please email a current resume and statement of interest to youth@cwb.org

CWB is an equal opportunity employer