Sailing Instructor
Join the team of staff at Camp Wawenock on Sebago Lake in Maine, a traditional seven-week girls' camp, to help children develop sailing skills. Teach sailing to 8–16-year-olds with FJs and an RS Venture. Work with other sailing counselors to lesson plan, break down skills, and challenge campers on an individual basis. Staff instruct the same camper groups all summer, which allows for consistency in instruction and lesson planning. Camp Staff are also counselors who live in a cabin with a group of 4-7 campers, along with another staff member.
Requirements
● Strong skills in sailing
● Experience teaching and/or working with children preferred, but not required
● Strong communication and interpersonal skills
● Flexibility, creativity, and a willingness to listen and share ideas
● Desire to live a close-knit, positive camp atmosphere
● Willingness to follow all protocols, including COVID-19 health and safety practices
Perks
● Room, board, and laundry
● Use of camp's facilities on time off
● Discover more about your own strengths and areas for growth
● Hands-on working environment
● Receive on-going feedback and training
● Internship for education, psychology, environmental education, and many other majors, so please ask about this when contacting us
● Be a part of a community of people making a positive impact in the lives of children