Senior Instructor - Youth Dinghy Learn To Sail - Intro To Race: Pram, RS Tera, RS Quest - Park City, Utah

Park City Sailing Association • Park City, UT

21h • $2,900 • Onsite

About The Position

PCSA is seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Instructor to lead one of our sailing school classes, focusing on teaching learn to sail and/or intro to race in high-performance dinghies (e.g. Prams, RS Teras, RS Quest and FJs). The ideal candidate will have a proven youth sailing background, a passion for mentoring young athletes, and the skills to host positive, high-caliber sailing education with an emphasis on safety, fun, and learning. This seasonal role involves classroom, dry-land, and primarily on-the-water instruction on weekdays (all day, typically 9am-4pm), with opportunities to mentor junior coaches and contribute to program growth. The Sailing School summer session is June 1 to Aug 21. We offer competitive compensation starting at $2,900 per month (based on experience; negotiable for exceptional candidates). Additional perks include financial assistance for required certifications, access to our fleet for personal use, professional development opportunities, and immersion in Park City's world-class outdoor lifestyle, including hiking, mountain biking, cycling and climbing in our beautiful mountains.

Requirements

• US Sailing Small Boat Level 1 certification (or willingness to obtain with PCSA financial support).
• Prior experience teaching sailing in a junior program
• Leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to operate coach boats safely in variable conditions
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain with PCSA financial support).
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs, comfortable swimming 200 yards and work outdoors in all weather.
• Clean background check (required for all staff).
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs and work outdoors in all weather.
• Authorization to work in the United States (we unfortunately cannot provide sponsorship).

Nice To Haves

• US Sailing Level 1 Instructor Certification
• Experience working with kids and beginner sailors

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead instructor for assigned youth sailing school sessions
• Plan and lead structured on-the-water instruction of basics of sailing, fundamental seamanship, boat handling, and basic racing skills
• Conduct land-based instruction on fundamental skills, sailing theory, knots, rigging, safety, and sportsmanship
• Maintain active supervision of sailors on docks and on the water while enforcing PFD compliance and safety rules at all times
• Provide progressive skill development aligned with PCSA curriculum and US Sailing Small Boat Certifications
• Assess and provide positive/constructive feedback to sailors while helping beginner sailors build confidence and comfort on the water
• Track skill progression and recommend advancement levels
• Operate safety boats in accordance with US Sailing best practices
• Report safety concerns immediately
• Mentor Junior Instructors and oversee small group sessions.
• Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, inclusivity, and a safe training environment, adhering to US Sailing and SafeSport standards.
• Assist with fleet maintenance, rigging/de-rigging, and equipment care as needed while maintaining clean docks and classrooms
• Support behavioral expectations consistently and respectfully
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions
• Document and report incidents in accordance with policy
• Report maintenance issues promptly

Benefits

• Competitive monthly salary ($2,900 starting, negotiable based on experience).
• Financial support for required certifications.
• Access to PCSA's fleet (including ILCAs, RS Quests, J22s) for personal sailing.
• Opportunity to work in an award-winning, inclusive program with scholarships available.
• Immersive experience in Park City's outdoor community, with proximity to world-class resorts and activities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed