Job Description

Urgently hiring

Did you have a passion for being on the water? Do you want to share your knowledge with youth? Are you hardworking, like to challenge yourself and others? Then this might be the place for you.

We are one of Canada's top leadership training programs aboard a Tall Ship and one of the best to work if you are someone who has a passion for Canada's maritime life and wants to make a profound difference in the lives of young people.

We are hiring for a part-time instructor who can teach our Log Book’s seamanship course this fall and winter (immediately). This is a virtual class offered from 7:30 – 9:00 pm Wednesday evenings. There is always more to do and depending on your skills there are possibilities for fulltime employment.

Background

We are a well-established and unique tall ship sailing organization in Canada that operates a variety of year-round programs for youth and adults. As a registered non-profit, we provide youth with the opportunity to reach new heights through adventure and character-building experiences sailing the brigantines Fair Jeanne and Black Jack in the Ottawa River, St. Lawrence Seaway, Great Lakes, and occasionally in Atlantic Canada.

Guided by a dedicated and respected volunteer board of directors, and supported by a vibrant volunteer auxiliary, we offer programs specifically designed for individuals, community groups, schools, period sailing and corporate training.

Position(s)

We are inviting applications for the position of Seamanship Instructor to join our growing team.

General Responsibilities

This part-time role reports to the Head of School and is responsible for teaching the skills as outlined in the Sail Training Log Book. This position will work with other faculty members and volunteers to coordinate the monthly in-person lessons to maximize learning opportunities.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Teaching 2-hours per week a virtual class and approx. one weekend a month in-person session. This course is based on our Log Book and focused on helping youth 12-18 progress through their Transport- Canada based levels;
• Lesson planning and development;
• Being able to instruct, demonstrate and lead by example Bytown's sail training curriculum, for the benefit of all trainees;
• Able to use Zoom and PowerPoint (or other presentation tools) to deliver the virtual class;
• Working with, cooperating and encouraging participation in program activities, operations, shipyards, etc.;
• As host/ambassador for the foundation/program, you are respectful, personable, and above reproach when carrying out the above duties; and
• Ability to work independently and resourcefully.

Qualifications

• Sail training experience and/or sail endorsement – ideally on Tall Ships
• Some familiarization with TP 33313E (Transport Canada Standard Relating to Design, Construction and Operational Safety of Sail Training Vessels), or willingness to learn
• Previous teaching experience desirable as interests in working with youth in a leadership capacity
• Comfortable working with Zoom or other similar tools
• Willing to complete a Police Records Check for work with the vulnerable sector.

Qualities

· Sets high expectations for themselves and others

· Strong communication skills

· “Can do” attitude, hardworking and resourceful

· Creative and adaptable

· Problem Solver and flexible

· Authentic and willing to learn

· Commitment to safety and safe sailing

· Able to challenge others to grow, build self-confidence and be self-aware

As we continue to build the best team possible, we welcome domestic and international candidates.

We are committed to building and fostering an environment where our employees feel included, valued, and heard. We believe that a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion enables us to make better experiences for everyone truly. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities.

We are proud to support professional development in the Canadian marine industry.

We thank everyone for their application and interest in our work, but only those short-listed will be contacted for a virtual interview.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Contract length: 8 months

Part-time hours: 2 per week

Expected start date: 2020-10-28

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Salary: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Experience:

• teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Work remotely:

• Yes

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