University of New Hampshire · 2 days ago
Junior Sailing Instructor
Durham, NH
Part-time
Onsite
Entry LevelThe University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive educational programs. They are seeking a Junior Sailing Instructor to support participants in sailing, kayaking, and standup paddle boarding programs while enhancing their own skills and leading activities.
Professional ServicesTraining
Responsibilities
Junior Instructors gain experience providing direct support to instructors teaching classes while enhancing their Sailing/Kayaking/SUP skills
In addition to demonstrating on-water skills, Junior Instructors also lead activities chalk talks; activities where participants reflect, generate ideas and solve problems
Junior Instructors learn the skills to serve as an effective instructor for participants ages 5-18
Ability to effectively maintain and clean the docks, boats and grounds before and after class
Ability to teach safety, boat handling and sailing theory
Ability to develop and follow lesson plans that include dry land and on-the-water drills and inclement weather activities
Responsible for assisting the Instructor notifying students of any changes in class times, postponement due to weather conditions and make-up dates
Accurate records of attendance, injuries and boat damage is required
Ability to effectively care and maintain facility and boats under direction of Sailing Director
Knowledge and demonstrated compliance of the regulations set forth in UNH Youth Program Code of Conduct
Ability to perform procedures set forth in UNH Summer Sailing Centre’s Risk Management Procedures
Qualification
Required
Strong communication skills, enthusiasm and patience for working with kids and parents
Ability to set example in behavior, language, and Corinthian spirit for youth sailors
Ability to empathize with students and adapt to participants' needs
Ability to effectively maintain and clean the docks, boats and grounds before and after class
Ability to teach safety, boat handling and sailing theory
Ability to develop and follow lesson plans that include dry land and on-the-water drills and inclement weather activities
Responsible for assisting the Instructor notifying students of any changes in class times, postponement due to weather conditions and make-up dates
Accurate records of attendance, injuries and boat damage is required
Ability to effectively care and maintain facility and boats under direction of Sailing Director
Knowledge and demonstrated compliance of the regulations set forth in UNH Youth Program Code of Conduct
Ability to perform procedures set forth in UNH Summer Sailing Centre's Risk Management Procedures
Cover Letter
Preferred
Prior experience working with children ages 5-12
Background in one-design, dinghy sailing
Company
University of New Hampshire
The University of New Hampshire is the state’s public research university, providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate programs and graduate programs of distinction.
Founded in 1866
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.12MKey Investors
U.S. Small Business Administration
2024-01-02Grant
2022-11-04Grant
2021-08-23Grant
Leadership Team
Adrianna Lamparelli
Program Manager for Campus Partnerships
Andrew Stockman
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