Sailing Instructor

University of North Texas at Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Free room and board

9 staff shirts

1 sweatshirt

Job summary

Laurel South seeks energetic counselors for a two-month summer program. You will help run sailing activities for all skill levels and supervise the waterfront to ensure safety and enjoyment for campers. The role involves collaborating with staff to deliver diverse programs across land and water activities.

Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, dependable, and able to commit to mid-June through mid-August. Red Cross certification is a plus and compensation reflects age and school year.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching sailing to varied skill levels.
• Current or recent student status in school/college.
• American Red Cross certified instructors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct sailing activities for beginners to advanced sailors.
• Supervise waterfront program and ensure safety of participants.
• Assist with daily camp activities and equipment safety checks.

Skills

Sailing instruction

Aquatics supervision

Water safety

Education

Student in school or college

Job description

At Laurel South, we pride ourselves on our professional, family atmosphere, our top instruction and the lifelong friendships made each summer. Our staff is made up of collegians and professionals who have a desire to make a difference in a child's life. Activity areas include Land Sports, Water Front Activities, Fine Arts, Theatre, Adventure, Riding and more. Laurel South boasts top-notch facilities consisting of a beautiful waterfront with multiple beaches, a full-size theater, baseball fields, basketball centers, arts and crafts studios including photography, ceramics, ropes course with climbing wall, stables and riding rings, tennis courts, culinary center and more.

Our waterfront program is a central focus at Laurel South. Supervised by American Red Cross certified instructors, Crescent Lake is home to our comprehensive aquatics program on 2500 feet of shoreline.

Our sailing program specifically includes over 15 Sunfish and Hobie Cat boats. Our sailing instructors must have competency in teaching to a variety of skill sets, from beginners to advanced sailers.

This is a two month experience from mid-June to mid-August. Our salary is based on age and year in school for our counselor staff.

• travel allowance
• free room and board
• 9 staff shirts
• 1 sweatshirt