Shipboard Maritime Education Lead (Housing Included)

Living Classrooms Foundation; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Lunch provided

Seasonal work March–November 2027

Job summary

Living Classrooms Foundation seeks an energetic Maritime Educational Coordinator to lead hands-on maritime education programs, including day trips, overnight vessel trips, charters, and virtual offerings. The role requires coordinating school/group visits, tailoring curricula, and managing diverse participants with on-board staff support.

The position emphasizes safety, professional conduct, and collaboration with crew to deliver engaging educational experiences across land/sea environments.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and public speaking skills.
• Passion for nature and working with children in informal settings.
• Experience with youth and applying group management techniques.
• Willingness to complete COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire and provide proof.
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment drug testing and participate in random testing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and supervise safe and successful educational programs with onboard staff support.
• Familiarize yourself with safety and emergency protocols.
• Coordinate with Maritime Education leadership to resolve staff/student conflicts promptly.
• Develop curricula and train interns, volunteers, and summer staff.
• Capture program photos, organize media, and manage educational materials.
• Oversee shipboard and land-based components of programs, including vessel operations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Public speaking

Outdoor education

Group management

Vaccination compliance

Drug testing compliance

Job description

Living Classrooms Foundation seeks an energetic Maritime Educational Coordinator to lead hands-on maritime education programs, including day trips, overnight vessel trips, charters, and virtual offerings. The role requires coordinating school/group visits, tailoring curricula, and managing diverse participants with on-board staff support.

The position emphasizes safety, professional conduct, and collaboration with crew to deliver engaging educational experiences across land/sea environments.