Junior Sailing Seasonal Instructor- 2027 Season
About The Position
Larchmont Yacht Club is hiring motivated and knowledgeable sailing instructors for its 2027 Junior Sailing Program. Instructors work with sailors ranging from beginners to competitive racers in boats including Optis, C420s, Fevas, Lasers (ILCA), and keelboats. The role involves hands-on coaching and helps young sailors develop confidence and competence on the water. The position offers opportunities to coach private lessons, attend away regattas, and participate in weekly coach practices using Z420s. Instructors report to the Sailing Director and are expected to participate in Instructor Week, Junior Commissioning, and all Junior Race Week events. The program is scheduled to run from on or after June 1, 2027, through August 15, 2027; final dates will be confirmed by January 2027 based on the program calendar. The club's Junior Sailing Program serves more than 230 sailors each summer and is supported by 25 Junior Instructors and 22 professional coaches. The club describes its coaching environment as collaborative, with access to top-level equipment and opportunities to develop as an educator and leader. Applicants should indicate their preferred fleet: Optimist, ILCA, Feva, C420, Sonar, Ideal 18s, or Seamanship/Keelboat.
Requirements
- US Sailing Level 1 certification, or an international equivalent; certification may be scheduled within two weeks of accepting the offer.
- US Sailing or US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling certification; certification may be scheduled within two weeks of accepting the offer.
- CPR and First Aid certification valid within one year of the course; certification may be scheduled within two weeks of accepting the offer.
- Safe Sport certification; certification may be scheduled within two weeks of accepting the offer.
- Valid New York State Boating License or a license from a reciprocal state; international equivalents will be considered. Certification may be scheduled within two weeks of accepting the offer.
- Strong sailing background and prior coaching experience.
- Confidence operating powerboats and managing group safety on the water.
- Positive communication skills and a team-first attitude.
- Ability to mentor and inspire youth sailors and Junior Instructors.
- Dependability, organization, and ability to adapt to changing situations.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds or more.
- Comfort working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
- Availability to work evenings and weekends as assigned.
- Compliance with all Club policies and safety procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Interest in coaching a particular fleet: Optimist, ILCA, Feva, C420, Sonar, Ideal 18s, or Seamanship/Keelboat.
- Interest in optional team racing practices for coaches.
Responsibilities
- Coach junior sailors across skill levels in Optis, Fevas, C420s, Lasers, Sonars, Ideal 18s, or keelboats.
- Lead safe, structured on-water sessions, including drills, instruction, and racing.
- Collaborate with fellow instructors to develop and deliver engaging lesson plans.
- Provide individualized feedback and support to help sailors improve.
- Maintain and oversee the care of boats, coach equipment, and waterfront areas.
- Act as a mentor and role model for Junior Instructors and sailors.
- Uphold the club's values of sportsmanship, professionalism, and teamwork.
- Participate in Instructor Week, Junior Commissioning, and all Junior Race Week events.
Benefits
- Overtime pay.
- Paid private lesson opportunities.
- Access to coach training, local and national regattas, and networking opportunities.
- Opportunities to lead private lessons and coach at regional and national regattas.
- Leadership opportunities as a Lead Instructor, including curriculum design, drill selection, and class oversight.
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