Senior Instructor Youth Dinghy Learn To Sail Intro To Race Pram, RS Tera, RS Quest Park City, Utah

About Park City Sailing Association

Park City Sailing Association (PCSA) is a vibrant community-focused sailing program dedicated to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community of sailors in Utah. We provide enriching experiences for sailors of all ages and backgrounds through outreach boat access racing social events and educational opportunities using our well-maintained fleet and quality facilities at the stunning Jordanelle Reservoir. Nestled in Utahs mountain paradise just a few minutes away from historic Park City old town our programs emphasize skill development teamwork sportsmanship and fun amid breathtaking scenery and year-round outdoor adventures.

PCSA boasts an active sailing community with over 600 participants and 100 vessels. Our youth sailing school led by Head Coach Christian Koules serves more than 30 junior sailors some competing in regional and national events. Were proud recipients of the 2024 US Sailing Outstanding Community Sailing Program award the 2017 Robie Pierce Award for Adaptive Sailing. We recently hosted the 2025 U.S. Adult Sailing Championship. Join us to inspire the next generation of competitive sailors in a supportive high-altitude environment!

Position Overview

PCSA is seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Instructor to lead one of our sailing school classes focusing on teaching learn to sail and/or intro to race in high-performance dinghies (e.g. Prams RS Teras RS Quest and FJs). The ideal candidate will have a proven youth sailing background a passion for mentoring young athletes and the skills to host positive high-caliber sailing education with an emphasis on safety fun and learning. This seasonal role involves classroom dry-land and primarily on-the-water instruction on weekdays (all day typically 9am-4pm) with opportunities to mentor junior coaches and contribute to program growth. The Sailing School summer session is June 1 to Aug 21.

We offer competitive compensation starting at $2900 per month (based on experience; negotiable for exceptional candidates). Additional perks include financial assistance for required certifications access to our fleet for personal use professional development opportunities and immersion in Park Citys world-class outdoor lifestyle including hiking mountain biking cycling and climbing in our beautiful mountains.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead instructor for assigned youth sailing school sessions
• Plan and lead structured on-the-water instruction of basics of sailing fundamental seamanship boat handling and basic racing skills
• Conduct land-based instruction on fundamental skills sailing theory knots rigging safety and sportsmanship
• Maintain active supervision of sailors on docks and on the water while enforcing PFD compliance and safety rules at all times
• Provide progressive skill development aligned with PCSA curriculum and US Sailing Small Boat Certifications
• Assess and provide positive/constructive feedback to sailors while helping beginner sailors build confidence and comfort on the water
• Track skill progression and recommend advancement levels
• Operate safety boats in accordance with US Sailing best practices
• Report safety concerns immediately
• Mentor Junior Instructors and oversee small group sessions.
• Promote sportsmanship teamwork inclusivity and a safe training environment adhering to US Sailing and SafeSport standards.
• Assist with fleet maintenance rigging/de-rigging and equipment care as needed whilemaintaining clean docks and classrooms
• Support behavioral expectations consistently and respectfully
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions
• Document and report incidents in accordance with policy

• Report maintenance issues promptly

Required Qualifications

• US Sailing Small Boat Level 1 certification (or willingness to obtain with PCSA financial support).
• Prior experience teaching sailing in a junior program
• Leadership communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to operate coach boats safely in variable conditions
• Excellent leadership communication and organizational skills.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain with PCSA financial support).
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs comfortable swimming 200 yards and work outdoors in all weather.
• Clean background check (required for all staff).
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs and work outdoors in all weather.
• Authorization to work in the United States (we unfortunately cannot provide sponsorship).

Preferred Qualifications

• US Sailing Level 1 Instructor Certification
• Experience working with kids and beginner sailors

Benefits

• Competitive monthly salary ($2900 starting negotiable based on experience).
• Financial support for required certifications.
• Access to PCSAs fleet (including ILCAs RS Quests J22s) for personal sailing.
• Opportunity to work in anaward-winning inclusive program with scholarships available.
• Immersive experience in Park Citys outdoor community with proximity to world-class resorts and activities.

More information

For questions contact Head Coach Christian Koules at or email us at. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basisapply today to join our dynamic team!

For more about PCSA visit our Sailing School webpage.

PCSA is firmly committed to and actively supports the goal of Equal Employment will comply with all federal state and local equal employment opportunity laws and regulations including but not limited to the applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). See our full set of employee policies and practices in our Employee Handbook.