2027 Summer Schools and Camps - Sailing Instructor

Culver Academies • Culver, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Culver Summer Schools & Camps is hiring a Sailing Instructor to support its Naval School program. The instructor consistently demonstrates solid sailing knowledge and skills and is primarily responsible for safely, enjoyably, and effectively implementing the Naval School Curriculum and assigned Naval duties. Naval staff teach three 90-minute double-period classes each weekday, coach and assess students’ individual sailing skills, and fairly supervise and officiate assigned naval competitions.

This position serves campers and students in a culturally diverse summer-program community. Staff are responsible for camper and student safety and well-being and are expected to follow program rules and safety protocols, maintain professional boundaries, and act as positive role models. Waterfront staff arrive June 6, 2027. A mandatory one-week staff orientation runs June 12–17, 2027, with additional training required for some roles as assigned.

Requirements

• Demonstrate solid sailing knowledge and skills.
• Hold a valid US Driver’s License.
• Be a high school graduate or equivalent and at least 18 years of age.
• Have the desire and ability to work with children and teenagers.
• Demonstrate honesty, self-discipline, consideration, cooperation, and strong leadership skills.
• Be an efficient communicator and positive role model.
• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude toward coworkers, campers, students, and parents.
• Maintain professional boundaries with campers, students, and staff.
• Report to work on time and in proper attire and grooming.
• Accept supervision, guidance, evaluations, and feedback.
• Be in good health, with vitality and physical stamina.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of college is highly preferred.
• US Sailing certification(s) are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely, enjoyably, and effectively implement the Naval School Curriculum and assigned Naval duties.
• Teach three 90-minute double-period classes Monday through Friday.
• Coach and assess individual students’ performance in the sailing skills being taught.
• Supervise and officiate assigned naval competitions fairly.
• Support the safety and well-being of campers and students and follow program rules, safety protocols, and procedures.

Benefits

• Access to the on-site Fitness Center, campus, and world-class facilities.
• Free meals in the dining halls.
• Boarding accommodations.
• Limited laundry and dry-cleaning services.
• Discounts at the campus store and Uniform Shop.
• Tuition Remission Program for eligible children attending CSSC.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED