Evening Boat Instructor Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

The Lake Bluff Park District is an equal opportunity employer.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Sailing Supervisor and Instructor must be knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the sport of sailing and will expose students to the fundamentals of sailing as well as the importance of the natural environment in which we sail and the basic leadership skills inherent in the sport of sailing. The Sailing Supervisor will plan and prepare curriculum for sailing classes as well as oversee the sailing staff.  They will provide quality customer service to the families, park patrons, and Park District staff.
HOURS AND PAY
Various day and evening hours available Monday - Friday starting early to mid June and working through the beginning of August.  Must be available prior to the start of sailing camp for recruiting, hiring and planning.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
 Deliver a developmentally appropriate sailing program for registrants.
 Evaluate the success of the sailing program and the development of each registrant's sailing abilities and skills.
 Instructors will demonstrate a commitment to working as a team, and be supportive of the efforts of their fellow instructors.
 Be an appropriate role model for the students and sailing staff. Encourage the highest levels of sportsmanship and behavior. Generate enthusiasm and commitment to learning.
 Follow the course curriculum as designed. It is expected that Instructors will make full and constructive use of the time scheduled for classes, and show creativity and excitement with their classes to the best of their ability.
 Instructors are responsible for all landside and on-the-water aspects of the conduct of their classes. This includes assisting students with the preparation and launching of their sailboats, reviewing and insuring that rigging is done correctly, and that the boat(s) are in safe, working condition.
 Instructors are responsible for insuring that the safety boat(s) that they will be using for class has the necessary and required safety and teaching equipment, before going out on the water.
 At the end of the day, Instructors are responsible for making sure that all boats, both safety and sail, are properly secured and put away, and that any extraneous equipment or materials (including trash) has been removed.
 Instructors are responsible for reporting accidents/illness, both minor and serious to the appropriate chain of command, and for making the appropriate notes in the Injury Log.
 Instructors are responsible for reporting any problems with the condition of any boat (safety or sail) used in the program.
 Arrive and be ready to begin work at the scheduled time, dressed in appropriate attire.
 Performs other duties, as assigned.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
 At least 18 years old
 Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within the first week of employment
Advanced Sailing Skills
 Must have a prior experience and a passion for sailing, the environment and working with kids.
 Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.
 Must have a positive, enthusiastic and flexible attitude.
 Must possess strong problem solving skills and an ability to adapt to changing program needs depending on weather, number of students, number of boats, etc.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work requires routine walking, standing, sitting and bending frequently; and climbing, balancing, stooping, and kneeling on an occasional basis.  The employee must be able to lift 20-50 pounds. The employee must have the ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist registrants in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of registrants.