Jr. Sailing - Facilitator Job Announcement

The Junior Sailing program is looking for a facilitator for the 2021 summer. Junior sailing is a great way for youngsters to young adults to learn how to sail and race. WRYC has offered a Junior Sailing Program for as long as we’ve existed. Our counselors are mostly alumni, and seek to teach sailors basics of rigging, launching, sailing and racing. We offer three sessions throughout the summer, but they fill up fast. The minimum age requirement for these camps is 8 years of age by the start of the session.

JOB TITLE: Junior Sailing Facilitator
SALARY: Commensurate with experience
OPEN PERIOD: Wednesday, December 16, 2020 – Until filled
LOCATION: Ware River Yacht Club, 5992 Ware Point Rd., Gloucester, VA

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Junior Sailing Facilitator (JSC) will assist in coordination and execution of the Ware River Yacht Club’s (WRYC) Junior Sailing Program. The JSC will operate under the guidance and direction of the Junior Sailing Committee. The JSC will ensure a safe environment, oversee the camp counselors, provide on water support, facilitate effective communication between campers, staff and the Junior Sailing Committee, and provide a safe, fun, and educational environment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 18 years of age or older, Dinghy sailing experience (preferably Lasers and Optimist), sailboat racing experience, knowledge of the US Sailing - Racing Rules of Sailing, First Aid and CPR certification, coaching/training/facilitating experience

To apply - please send resume / cover letter to wareriveryc@gmail.com. Must include preferred method for contact.