ABOUT US: The Des Plaines Park District, established in 1919, features more than 50 parks and facilities. As an Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency, we service a culturally diverse and growing community with hundreds of affordable recreational and educational programs, classes, and events for kids, teens, adults, and families each season. "Enriching Lives Everyday" is our vision and our constant goal.

JOB IDENTIFICATION

Job Title: Youth and Adult Sailing Instructor

Grade: I

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Department: Revenue Facilities

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Revenue Facilities Manager

BASIC FUNCTION

Teach participants the basics of sailing while ensuring a safe and fun environment.

Essential Duties

• Ensure that all boats are in working order.
• Arriving on time and keeping track of their hours.
• Plans and coordinates daily activities for campers, including preparing a lesson plan or using the one provided.
• Help teach participants sailing terminology and their uses on the water.
• Help ensure participants have the proper equipment on to sail.
• Maintain daily attendance.
• Evaluate participants.
• Having a first aid kit available at all times.
• Ensure the safety of all participants throughout all activities.
• Submit written reports including: accident and incident reports, supply requests, discipline reports, day off request forms, attendance rosters, and any other necessary reports.
  
  

Other Duties

• Put away all boat and camp equipment after class and back in storage at the end of week.
• Let Lake Park staff know of any accommodations you might need to successfully run camp for the day and week.
• Have prepared a lesson for a day when the weather does not allow camp to be outside.
• Adhere to Des Plaines Park District policies, procedures and safety standards.
  
  

Position Qualifications

Education: High School Graduate or of higher education

Experience: At least 18 years of age or older

Previous sailing experience necessary

Some experience instructing sailing desired

Certifications: CPR and First Aid Certification

Valid Illinois Driver’s License

PERKS & BENEFITS: SEASONAL STAFF

• All recreational facilities at no charge during active employment, discounts for dependents
• A free individual outdoor pool pass to three aquatic facilities, or family pass at 50% discount
• 3 months free of a fitness center and/or indoor aquatic center pass
• 50% discount on general programs at resident rates
• Contractual classes/programs at a discounted rate
• $3.00 off resident daily fees for golf facilities (including mini golf)
  
  

Des Plaines Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Des Plaines Park District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. If you need any special accommodations, please contact our HR Coordinator, Ellie Asa, at the Park District at 847-391-5099 or email at [email protected] so that we may make the necessary arrangements for you.