2027 Summer Schools and Camps - Sailing Instructor

Culver Academies • Culver, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Culver Summer Schools & Camps (CSSC) is a summer program serving young people ages 7–17 on a 1,800-acre campus on the shores of Lake Maxinkuckee in Indiana. Sailing Instructors serve Naval School students in the Upper School, a six-week leadership development program for ages 14–17. They are responsible for implementing the Naval School curriculum and assigned Naval duties safely, effectively, and enjoyably. Naval staff teach three double-period, 90-minute classes each weekday, coach and assess students’ sailing skills, and supervise and officiate assigned naval competitions. Staff must meet CSSC’s general summer employment expectations, including supporting camper safety and well-being, following rules and safety procedures, maintaining professional boundaries, and serving as positive role models. A mandatory one-week staff orientation runs June 12–17, 2027; some roles require additional training. Waterfront staff arrive June 6, 2027. International staff may be eligible for J-1 visas through IENA, but Culver does not guarantee visas.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age.
• 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.
• Know and enforce rules, regulations, and safety protocols and procedures.
• Maintain professional boundaries with campers, students, and staff.
• Report to work consistently on time and in proper attire and grooming.
• Accept supervision, evaluations, and feedback.
• Be in good health and have vitality and physical stamina.
• Consistently demonstrate solid sailing knowledge and skills.
• Hold a valid US Driver’s License.

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 double-period (90-minute) classes each weekday.
• Coach and assess individual students’ performance in the sailing skills being taught.
• Fairly supervise and officiate assigned naval competitions.
• Support the safety and well-being of campers and students, follow applicable rules and safety protocols, and maintain professional boundaries.
• Serve as a positive role model and maintain a respectful attitude toward coworkers, campers, students, and parents.

Benefits

• Access to an on-site Fitness Center, campus, and world-class facilities.
• Free meals in the dining halls.
• Boarding accommodation; Upper School staff live in dorms or barracks and Woodcraft staff live in cabins.
• 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
• Education Level: High school or GED