2026 Summer Schools and Camps - Sailing Instructor

Culver Academies • Culver, IN

3h • Onsite

About The Position

Culver Summer School & Camps is seeking a Sailing Instructor for the 2026 Summer season. This role is responsible for the safe, enjoyable, and effective implementation of the Naval School Curriculum and assigned Naval duties. The instructor will teach three double-period classes (90 minutes each) Monday through Friday, coach and assess individual student sailing skills, and supervise and officiate assigned naval competitions. Culver Summer School & Camps is a culturally diverse community with a significant international camper population, and they partner with IENA for J-1 visas for qualifying international staff.

Requirements

• Graduate of High School or equivalent, at least 18 years of age.
• 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.
• 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.
• Ability to accept supervision and guidance in the form of evaluations and feedback.
• Be in good health, vitality, and physical stamina.
• Must consistently demonstrate solid sailing knowledge and skills.
• Must have a valid US Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of college is highly preferred.
• 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.
• Fulfill assigned Naval 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