Maritime Educator & Deckhand - On-Water Teaching

Living Classrooms Foundation; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing available

Lunch provided during programs

Job summary

Living Classrooms Foundation seeks a Maritime Educator/Deckhand to support its hands‑on maritime education programs aboard vessels such as Lady Maryland, Sigsbee, and Mildred Belle. You will lead day trips, land/sea activities, charters and virtual programs, while maintaining a high standard of safety and professionalism.

You will assist with vessel operations, participate in yard periods, and help educate diverse groups of learners in a dynamic, outdoor environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and public speaking skills.
• Passion for nature and working with children in informal settings.
• Willingness to be vaccinated for COVID-19 by date of hire; proof may be required.
• Willing to undergo pre-employment drug testing and background check; random drug testing during employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and supervise safe, successful educational programs.
• Familiarize with safety and emergency procedures.
• Lead and support shipboard and land-based education programs.
• Assist with ship operations and vessel maintenance as needed.
• Engage volunteers, interns and teachers in program delivery.

Skills

Public speaking

Nature education

Student engagement

Education

Environmental science / education background

Job description

Living Classrooms Foundation seeks a Maritime Educator/Deckhand to support its hands‑on maritime education programs aboard vessels such as Lady Maryland, Sigsbee, and Mildred Belle. You will lead day trips, land/sea activities, charters and virtual programs, while maintaining a high standard of safety and professionalism.

You will assist with vessel operations, participate in yard periods, and help educate diverse groups of learners in a dynamic, outdoor environment.