New England Science and Sailing Insructor Opportunity

NEW ENGLAND SCIENCE & SAILING

Marine Science, Sailing & Adventure Sports

New England Science & Sailing (NESS) is seeking instructors who have experience working with kids, a strong knowledge base of marine sciences and a contagious teaching energy for the summer of 2015, with the possibility of extended work in the spring and fall. Our marine science curriculum has a strong STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts & math!) influence and we thrive at getting kids on and in the water. Instructors are responsible for implementing an active, hands-on, experientially-oriented program including physically demanding work, such as kayaking, snorkeling, surfing, stand-up paddle boarding, body boarding, fishing, boat driving and some heavy lifting. This is a high energy program where instructors spend long days working and teaching in a unique environment. Our summers are extremely busy with ever-changing schedules due to weather, so we are looking for instructors that are adaptable to change. We have high expectations in safety, curriculum development and of course FUN!

 

Qualifications:  Strong communication, decision making, logistical and organizational skills; outgoing and enthusiastic personality; willingness to work long hours during season; BS or BA in marine science, biology, oceanography, or related science; teaching experience; in-water supervision experience.  Preference will be given to candidates with USCG 6-Pack license, ARC waterfront lifeguarding, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid.

 

To apply:  Download the position description and application from http://www.nessf.org/Employment/index.html and mail, fax or email your resume and cover letter to Mike Smith, Program Director, msmith@nessf.org.

 

About New England Science & Sailing: Named by US Sailing as the Outstanding Community Sailing Center in the nation for 2013 and celebrating its 10th Anniversary in 2014, NESS is a year round nonprofit 501(c)(3) adventure education organization dedicated to inspiring individuals to discover themselves through the enjoyment of the sea.  Through inclusive, small group adventure education programs, NESS offers opportunities for transformational personal growth and discovery as well as connections leading to community and environmental stewardship.  Transdisciplinary STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education provides relevancy and sparks learning. Need based financial aid makes programs accessible to all. For further information about NESS check us out at www.nessf.org. NESS is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

Mistral Dodson

Marine Science & Adventure Sports Program Director

70 Water Street; PO Box 733

Stonington, CT 06378

860.535.9362

www.nessf.org