Program Leader/Instructor School Year
About The Position
Merit Badge & Aquatics Instructors implement programs in conjunction with the Program Director and Scouting America program standards. An instructor serves with a major responsibility for customer service, classroom instruction, curriculum development, class/activity planning, and classroom behavior management. Adheres to Newport Sea Base health and safety standards. You must be at least 16 years old, be certified in CPR and First Aid, and attain your CA Boater's Card upon being hired. Needs to be enthusiastic, patient, creative, and be able to engage youth effectively. On-the-water instructors must be able to swim. Must be comfortable communicating with children, teens, and parents. Reports to Program Director and Education/Aquatics Coordinator.
Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years old
- Be certified in CPR and First Aid
- Attain your CA Boater's Card upon being hired
- Enthusiastic, patient, creative
- Be able to engage youth effectively
- On-the-water instructors must be able to swim
- Must be comfortable communicating with children, teens, and parents
Nice To Haves
- American Red Cross Lifeguard certification recommended.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and deliver lesson plans/activities to youth in a well-planned, fun and engaging manner.
- Develop and write program curriculum for new and existing classes.
- Provide active supervision ensuring a safe environment for all youth.
- Keep merit badge records, take roll and track attendance, and turn rosters into lead supervisors regularly.
- Assist Lead Instructors in monitoring inventory of class supplies and program equipment.
- Ensure proper set-up, usage, and clean-up of the facility, equipment, and docks.
- Report program/equipment concerns to supervisor immediately.
- Teach youth water, boating and paddle craft safety.
- Be a positive role model and mentor to youth participants.
- Enforce student-discipline procedures according to Newport Sea Base policy.
- Communicate thoroughly and effectively with other program staff and Lead Instructors.
- Participate in scheduled staff trainings throughout the year including
- Be comfortable learning how to operate a Boston Whaler motorboat.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
