Watersports

i-sats; Poyntelle (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

i-sats is seeking an enthusiastic watersports staffer to lead campers in kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, and swimming, focusing on technique, safety, and water safety awareness. You will help build water confidence and ensure campers learn with enjoyment, while adapting activities for varying skill levels and weather conditions.

You will maintain gear, assist with themed water events, promote teamwork and a positive camp culture, and collaborate with senior staff to ensure a safe, inclusive

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or guiding watersports.
• Strong passion for outdoor activities and working with children.
• Ability to teach and engage campers of varying skill levels.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise campers in kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, and swimming.
• Teach basics of watersports focusing on technique and safety.
• Ensure safety and follow water safety protocols.
• Maintain equipment and keep it in good working condition.
• Engage campers to encourage teamwork, skill development, and water confidence.
• Assist in planning and executing special camp events and water-based challenges.
• Foster a fun, safe, and supportive environment.

Skills

Watersports instruction

Outdoor education

Communication skills

Tools

Lifeguard equipment

Job description

• Lead and supervise campers in a variety of watersports activities, including kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, and swimming.
• Teach campers the basics of watersports, focusing on technique, safety, and water safety awareness.
• Ensure the safety of all participants, following all camp guidelines and water safety protocols.
• Maintain equipment, ensuring its in good working condition and ready for use.
• Engage with campers to encourage teamwork, skill development, and water confidence.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of special camp events, themed days, or water-based challenges.
• Foster a fun, safe, and supportive environment for all campers.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in teaching or guiding watersports (certifications in kayaking, paddleboarding, or lifeguarding are a plus).
• Strong passion for outdoor activities and working with children.
• Ability to teach and engage campers of varying skill levels.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Lifeguard certification (or willing to obtain before camp start) is required.
• First Aid and CPR certified is a plus.
• Must be flexible, reliable, and comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to work well in a team and ensure the safety and enjoyment of all campers.