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Kayak Instructor

Kayak Instructor and Equipment Manager (1 position)

As the MarineQuest kayak instructor you will be responsible for teaching and leading trips for students ages 10 - 17. Trips will range from 2 to 4 hours and will be primarily in saltmarsh based habitats. You will be required to work independently while transporting kayaks to various locations. Each trip will include a maximum of 20 students and two additional MarineQuest staff. MarineQuest uses tandem "sit-on-top" kayaks for students and solo kayaks for the instructors.

Duties:

1. Provide “hands-on, feet-wet” kayak instruction for MarineQuest participants age 10 to 17
2. Supervise participants on land, water, and boats
3. Provide first aid to participants
4. Behavior management
5. Clean up and maintenance of equipment, including kayaks
6. Transport kayaks on trailer
7. Carry and secure kayaks on trailer
8. Provide safe kayak trips for program participants
   

Qualifications:

1. ACA Sea Kayaking (or equivalent) Certification required
2. Lifeguard Certification is required
3. Must be at least 21 and have a valid driver’s license
4. Must be able to lead and participate in outdoor learning experiences (rain or shine)
5. Must have strong oral communication skills to communicate effectively with campers and staff
6. Must demonstrate initiative and leadership qualities
7. Must have previous experience and desire to work with youth
8. Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds without assistance over you head multiple times
9. Preference is for candidates who have already completed a bachelors degree in a field of study related to the marine sciences
10. Knowledge of local marine habitats is a plus
11. CPR/First Aid certification is required

Terms of Employment:

1. Spring: March through May; Summer: June 16 through August 9 Monday through Friday (some evening and weekend trips are required)
2. Summer training during the week of June 9 through June 16
3. Spring hours: sporadic and part-time as needed based on program registrations; Summer hours: average work week is approximately 30 to 40 hours between the hours of  7:45 am-4:15 pm Monday-Friday (occasional weekend work required)
4. Pay rate starting at $9.00 per hour (dependent upon qualifications)
5. Employment is subject to a driving record, criminal and Homeland Security background check

Application to apply for this position coming soon! If interested in this particular position please contact Janie McAuliffe.