Sailing Instructor Application

General Description

The Sailing Instructor teaches sailing lessons while incorporating safe boating practices. Boats involved in the program include privately owned Optis, N10s, Lasers and club-owned 420s. Children in the Youth Sailing Program range in age from 9 through high school.

The Sailing Instructor is a role model for staff and participants in the sailing programs, exemplifying integrity and the key characteristics we expect of our employees: Commitment, Respect, Responsibility and Cooperation.

The Sailing Instructor is s full time summer employee working between 30-35 hours per week and is paid an hourly rate. As an hourly employee, he/she is required to submit a weekly timecard to the WBC Management for approval. Overtime would require advance approval. Work shifts may include, although not often, some nights and weekends for events such as regattas and other sailing activities such as pizza parties, field trips, award night, to be determined by the Sailing Program Manager under the direction of the Sailing Director. He/she must be available from the close of Winchester Public Schools through an end of season date to be negotiated with the Sailing Director (generally through the third week in August). Vacation time during this period is at the discretion of the WBC Management (see job application below for WBC Vacation Policy).

While on duty, the Sailing Instructor must wear the uniform specified by the WBC Management (Instructor's t-shirt, khaki shorts or other suitable clothing as specified by the WBC Management). When representing the Club at sailing events and club meetings, he/she should wear the uniform specified by the WBC Management (collared shirt, khakis or other suitable clothing as specified by the WBC Management).

Qualifications & Certifications

The Sailing Instructor must be 18 years of age or older. The Sailing Instructor must be US Sailing Association Small Boat Sailing (Level l Dinghy) certified and certified in CPR. We seek a candidate with prior sailing experience and willingness to motivate and encourage youth sailors.

Reporting/Management Relationships

The Sailing Instructor reports to the Sailing Program Manager, working under the direction of the WBC Management with input by the Sailing Director.

Primary Responsibilities

Teach Youth Program Sailing Classes

Work in a team with a particular lesson group (Beginner, Adv. Beginner, Intermediate, Tactics) to be determined by Sailing Director
Help develop a season lesson plan to be approved by the Sailing Program Manager and/or Sailing Director
Help write daily lesson logs to be reviewed with Sailing Program Manager
Programs should include, where appropriate for class level:

Basic Sailing
Rowing and boat retrieval
Knot tying
Basic boat maintenance
Emphasis on sportsmanship and respectful behavior
Protocol for the rigging and de-rigging of boats
Introduction to racing tactics
Introduction to racing rules
Teaching in accordance with U.S. Sailing Instructor Guidelines

Teach Adult Sailing Classes if determined by Sailing Director

Help develop a season lesson plan to be approved by the Sailing Program Manager
May required night work shifts

Sailing Instructors may make private arrangements for lessons or assist members in hauling boats. This must be done off the clock and the WBC assumes no liability for such services. Employee must abide by private lessons/assistance policies.
Attend regattas if required (determined by Program Sailing Manager)

On lake regattas include but are not limited to Swanson/Opti Cup, Dillon/Opti Challenge, Generation and Raphael Regattas.
Help plan, coordinate and attend end of year Class Regattas and Class Series. Help report results to Sailing Program Director, Sailing Director and office staff for trophies.
Off lake regattas include local events in Boston area. Away regatta responsibilities include:

Assist in coordination of boat transportation as required
Assist in rigging and de-rigging while at regatta location
Offer encouragement and tactical advice to sailors
Check sailor standings while at regatta
Attend award ceremony held at regatta with sailors
Represent WBC in an appropriate manner, communicating with representatives and coaches from other clubs

Attend and help present sailing program at Sailing Orientation Night, working under the guidance of the Sailing Program Manager and Sailing Director
Attend preseason employee training as required including Sailing Instructor Training. This training is under the direction of the Sailing Program Manager, WBC Management and Sailing Director and includes the following:

Review of instructor roles and responsibilities
Proper use of Queen (RC/instructor boat) and whalers
Proper care and storage of the Club 420s
Maintenance, safety and cleanliness of dock area

Communicate effectively with sailing staff and other WBC staff

Listen to and incorporate, if appropriate and beneficial, the ideas and suggestions of the other members of the sailing staff
Communicate appropriately when required with pool and snack bar staff
Provide direction and feedback to the Junior Sailing Instructors

Communicate effectively on a regular basis with the Sailing Program Manager

Accept direction and get approval from Sailing Program Manager while taking initiative to offer ideas to develop and implement a successful sailing program

Communicate effectively with junior sailing program students

Engage and encourage junior sailors

Under the direction of the Sailing Program Manager, maintain boats and areas used by sailing staff and program sailors

Coordinate and assist in pre-season and post-season maintenance of junior sailing equipment
Coordinate and assist in maintenance of club owned 420s

Ensure that boats are put away properly
Complete routine maintenance on 420s (missing clips, pins, etc.)
Promptly report all damages to boats to the WBC Management
Assist with boat cleaning when required

Program area must be clear of trash and gear by end of program day
Rowboats used during sailing class must be clear of trash and gear by end of program day. Rowboats will be bailed on mornings after an evening rain. Otherwise, maintenance staff is responsible for bailing boats each evening before club closing as well as throughout the day.
Motorboats used during sailing class must be clear of trash and gear by end of program day. Alert Sailing Program Manager to any required motorboat repairs.
Ensure that the locker room area is clean and sailors store their gear properl
Instructors are responsible for cleaning up after themselves in any areas of the club that are used

Follow water safety procedures

Practice safe use of boats according to WBC policies
Enforce WBC boating rules in accordance with policy in rear of Membership Directory

Assist Sailing Program Director in organizing and attending Sailing Awards Night

Participate in making trophy nominations
Help to coordinate summer sailing slide show
Help give program class presentations
Help participate in presentation of trophies and awards by sailing staff
Help in setup; and clean up where needed

Job Application Instructions

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Before applying, be sure to read the job description and specific job requirements.
All applications must be submitted by February 23, 2024 for full consideration. Applications received after the deadline are not guaranteed consideration.
Initial hiring decisions will be made in March.
WBC Vacation Policy: All Staff may request up to 10 days of unpaid time-off. See below regarding specific department policies.
- Junior Staff in all Departments and Senior Staff in the Office & Maintenance may request up to 10 days off for any and all purposes. All time off should be submitted as soon as possible, preferably prior to the season start, and must be approved by the department manager for the respective department.
- Junior Staff is expected to be available during the last two weeks of the season when college students are returning to school.
- Sailing Instructors, Swim Team Coaches and Senior Guards/Instructors (WSI lifeguards, Swim Team, US Sailing Certified Sailing instructors, etc.) are generally not allowed time-off requests during the program period. It is important that during the program season (generally end of June to early August), the Club is able to provide its members with consistent training programs. Any exceptions to this policy will be at the discretion of the Safety and Program Manager and the Executive Director.

Applicant Information

* First Name:

* Last Name:

* Email Address:

* Phone Number:

* Street Address:

* City:

State:

* Zip Code:

College Street Address:

City:

State:

Zip Code:

* School Name:

* School Status:

If Other:

* Birthdate:

References

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Employment/School:

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General Questions

* Have you read the job description for the position you are applying for?

* What experience do you have working with others in a team environment (school, sports, employment, volunteer, etc.)?

* What experience do you have working with adults and children?

What date are you available to begin working at the WBC?

* Do you know of any obligations during the summer that will prevent you from working Memorial Day to Labor Day at the WBC?

* Do you know of any obligations during the Sailing Program period that will prevent you from working late June through early-August?

If yes, please describe and list dates/times you will be unavailable:

What date do you return to school or full-time employment in the fall?

* What dates are you available for an interview?

Interviews are a requirement of the hiring process for all positions. Prior to returning to school after winter break, college students must apply and be interviewed in person in order to be considered for a position. High School students will be hired in February and March.

* Are you interested in working 3 additional hours on a weekend afternoon for the Race Committee? Training will be provided.

Sailing Instructor Staff Questions

* Are you 18 or older? (As of August 31, 2022)

* Are you a high school graduate?

* Are you already certified in CPR and US Sailing Small Boat Sailing Level 1?

If not, when will you be?

Applicant must submit certifications to the General Manager prior to the start of the season.

Do you have any additional certifications?

* Describe your sailing experience (boat class, years in programs such as WBC, High School / College Sailing Teams, other yacht clubs, ocean sailing, etc.)

* What is your racing experience (boat class, significant regattas entered)?

* What experience do you have teaching or leading children 9-15 years of age (sailing or other activity)?

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