Senior Instructor - Youth Dinghy Sail - Intro To Race: Pram, RS Tera, RS Quest - Park

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 Utah's 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. We are proud recipients of the 2024 US Sailing Outstanding Community Sailing Program award, the 2017 Robie Pierce Award for Adaptive Sailing, and recent hosts of the 2025 U.S. Adult Sailing Championship.

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 9 am‑4 pm), with opportunities to mentor junior coaches and contribute to program growth. The Sailing School summer session is June 1 to August 21. We offer competitive compensation starting at $2,900 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 City’s world‑class outdoor lifestyle, including hiking, mountain biking, cycling and climbing in our beautiful mountains.

• Lead instruction for assigned youth sailing school sessions.
• Plan and lead structured on‑the‑water instruction of basic 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 Safe Sport standards.
• Assist with fleet maintenance, rigging/de‑rigging, and equipment care as needed while maintaining 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.

• 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.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain with PCSA financial support).
• Physical ability to lift 50 lb, comfortable swimming 200 yd, and work outdoors in all weather.
• Clean background check (required for all staff).
• Authorization…