2026 Summer Schools and Camps - Sailing Instructor

Culver Academies • Culver, IN

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Culver Summer School & Camps (CSSC) is a unique program set on a 1,800-acre campus on Lake Maxinkuckee, Indiana. Each summer, approximately 1,400 young people aged 7-17 develop self-esteem, accomplishment, and self-discipline in a high-challenge, high-support environment focused on leadership skills. CSSC employs 450 professionals annually with a 65% staff retention rate, offering meaningful connections and the chance to make a positive impact on children's lives. The program includes Junior Woodcraft Camp (ages 7-9), Woodcraft Camp (ages 9-14), and Upper School (ages 14-17). A mandatory one-week summer staff orientation is held before Woodcraft Camp and Upper School, with some positions requiring more training. Naval staff, including Sailing Instructors, teach the Naval School Curriculum and associated duties, coaching and assessing student performance in sailing skills and officiating naval competitions.

Requirements

• Graduate of High School or equivalent, at least 18 years of age (at least 1 year of college is highly preferred).
• Desire and ability to work with children/teenagers.
• Demonstrate honesty, self-discipline, consideration, cooperation, and strong leadership skills at all times.
• Must be an efficient communicator and positive role model.
• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude towards coworkers, campers/students, and parents.
• Consistently demonstrate solid sailing knowledge and skills.
• Must have a valid US Driver’s License.
• Be in good health, vitality, and physical stamina.
• Ability to accept supervision and guidance in the form of evaluations and feedback.

Nice To Haves

• US Sailing certification(s) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach a total of 3 double period classes (90-minute) Monday through Friday.
• Coach and assess the performance of individual students in each of the sailing skills being taught.
• Effectively and fairly supervise and officiate assigned naval competition(s).
• Ensure the safe, enjoyable, and effective implementation of the Naval School Curriculum and assigned Naval duties.
• Be responsible for the safety and well-being of campers/students.
• Know and enforce the Rules and Regulations, in addition to all Safety protocols and procedures.
• Maintain professional boundaries with all campers/students and staff.
• Consistently report to work on time and in proper attire, including proper grooming, to perform assigned duties.

Benefits

• Access to on-site Fitness Center
• Access to impressive campus and world-class facilities
• FREE meals in the dining halls
• Boarding (Upper School staff live in dorms or barracks; Woodcraft staff live in cabins)
• Limited laundry and dry-cleaning services
• Discount 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