Sailing & Waterfront Camp Instructor

American Youth Foundation; Michigan; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Job summary

The American Youth Foundation seeks a Sailing Specialist to lead sailing instruction and waterfront activities at our Michigan camps. This role oversees safety, teaches sailing skills, and manages sailing inventory while supporting campers across elementary to high school ages.

You will live onsite during staff training and camp sessions, with meals provided and access to housing. This is a seasonal position requiring strong leadership and a passion for youth development.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with 1+ year post-high school experience.
• Demonstrated sailing experience with campers or youth groups.
• Previous experience working with youth in camp or program settings.
• Strong attention to detail and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health, safety, and wellbeing of campers under your care.
• Follow waterfront safety protocols and manage risk.
• Perform rescues as needed and document incidents.
• Teach sailing lessons and water safety to campers of varying levels.
• Inventory sailing supplies and maintain the Boathouse; restock as needed.
• Lead daily sailing blocks and attendance; differentiate curriculum by skill level.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

Sailing experience

Experience with youth

Detail-oriented

Job description

The American Youth Foundation seeks a Sailing Specialist to lead sailing instruction and waterfront activities at our Michigan camps. This role oversees safety, teaches sailing skills, and manages sailing inventory while supporting campers across elementary to high school ages.

You will live onsite during staff training and camp sessions, with meals provided and access to housing. This is a seasonal position requiring strong leadership and a passion for youth development.