Sailing Instructor & Youth Recreation Leader

City of Long Beach, California; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Long Beach’s Leeway Sailing Center seeks enthusiastic Lifeguard/Sailing Instructors to teach sailing, kayaking and canoeing as part of a premier municipal program founded in 1929. The role emphasizes safety, youth engagement, flexible scheduling, and required certifications (American Red Cross CPR and First Aid) while working across multiple sites.

This open continuous recruitment is managed by the Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine; positions are temporary, at-will, with

Qualifications

• Must possess or be willing to obtain two certifications: American Red Cross CPR and American Red Cross First Aid.
• Must be at least 16 years old (if under 18, must have valid permit to work).
• Must have access to reliable transportation to and from work.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and implement various program activities.
• Participate with children of various ages during all activities.
• Attend all mandatory staff meetings and in-service and training sessions.
• Ensure the health, safety and well being of the children in your care at all times.
• Adhere to the department dress code by maintaining a neat and clean personal appearance.
• Implement the department and site administrative and record keeping policies and procedures.
• Perform all other assigned duties as requested by the lead staff and/or supervisor.

Skills

CPR

First Aid

Job description

The City of Long Beach’s Leeway Sailing Center seeks enthusiastic Lifeguard/Sailing Instructors to teach sailing, kayaking and canoeing as part of a premier municipal program founded in 1929. The role emphasizes safety, youth engagement, flexible scheduling, and required certifications (American Red Cross CPR and First Aid) while working across multiple sites.

This open continuous recruitment is managed by the Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine; positions are temporary, at-will, with