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Become a 2025 Instructor or Intern!
Junior Sailing Instructors
We are currently hiring instructors for the 2025 Jr Sailing season.
This is a competitively paid position.
The Junior Sailing Instructors will assist the Head and Assistant Head Sailing Instructors
in the running of the Jr Sailing program and it's facilities.
They help with on and off-the-water instruction during camps, with maintenance of the sailing area,
club equipment and boats, and support the head and assistant instructors in their jobs.
Jr Sailing Interns
Want to learn how to become a Jr Sailing Instructor?
Jr Sailing Interns gain on-the-job experience needed to become a Jr Sailing Instructor!
There is no pay, but work hours can be used towards community service hours.
The Interns assist with maintenance of the sailing area,
boats and equipment, and support the Jr Sailing instructors
in the day-to-day running the Jr Sailing program.
Apply Below by March 31!
Position Overviews for Junior Sailing Instructor (And Instructor Internship)
The Bow Mar Yacht Club is seeking enthusiastic and qualified Sailing Instructors to teach youth sailors ages 6-18 during our summer sailing program. We are looking for passionate individuals who can create a safe, fun, and educational learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
Teach sailing skills to children and teenagers across multiple skill levels
Implement daily lesson plans for different age groups
Ensure student safety at all times on and off the water
Perform routine maintenance of boats, sailing equipment and area
Communicate effectively with parents, students, and program staff
Conduct pre-sailing safety briefings and equipment checks
Minimum Qualifications for Instructors
Must be at least 15 years old
CPR and First Aid Certification
Colorado Safe Boating Card - https://www.boat-ed.com/colorado/
Ability to swim at Red Cross Level 5 or equivalent
Have taken at least one summer of Advanced Sailing
Pass background check
Minimum Qualifications for Interns
Must be at least 12 years old
Have taken at least one summer of Advanced Sailing
Preferred Qualifications for Instructors
Current US Sailing Level I Instructor Certification
Previous youth teaching experience
Lifeguard certification
Competitive sailing background
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift boats and equipment (up to 50 pounds)
Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions
Strong physical stamina
Compensation
Competitive hourly rate (Internship is unpaid)
Training provided
Potential certification reimbursement
Head Instructor -
Eva Rossell
We are excited to have Eva Rossell back again this summer leading our Jr Sailing program! This will be Eva's third summer as Head Instructor of the Bow Mar Jr Sailing Program. Eva graduated from Michigan State University where she raced on the MSU Sailing Team, where she was team captain and Commodore. She grew up sailing on big lakes in Michigan, learning to sail in Opti's and later graduating to Lasers, 420s and FJs. She has won multiple awards over the years, racing for Bayview Yacht Club and Grosse Pointe South High School. She is also an experienced big boat racer and has competed in keelboat races in multiple states. Here are some highlights from Eva's resume:
Bayview Yacht Club, Detroit MI - Assistant Head Coach. Taught introductory racing to children on Optimists. Adult Learn to Sail Instructor. Junior Sailing Instructor. Coached advanced level 420 jib and main racers and Laser sailors. Developed and practiced advanced curriculum and drills to enhance the skills of the sailors, resulting in multiple sailors achieving high rankings within their fleet at weekly regattas.
Michigan State University Sailing Team, East Lansing MI -
Commodore
Captain, Michigan State Sailing Team
Certifications:
First Aid/CPR
US Sailing Level 3 Head Instructor
US Sailing Small Boat Instructor Level 2
US Sailing Small Boat Instructor Level 1
Parent Reps
Lacey Books
If you have any questions about Bow Mar Jr Sailing,
please contact Lacey Books at bowmarjrsailing @ gmail.com
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