Sailing Program Facilitator

Girl Scouts of Central Texas

Job Description

Job Title: Sailing Program Facilitator FLSA Status: Seasonal- Summer Camp Staff

Department: Camp Services Reports To: Program Manager

Location: Bluebonnet Shores Girl Scouts Camp Rate: $450/week

Job Purpose: The Sailing Program Facilitator will implement the GSCTX Sailing Curriculum, design lessons as needed, and instruct sailing for sailing programs. The Sailing Program Facilitator will also lead kayaking, canoeing, and other activities when not working with a sailing program as well as assisting in other program areas as needed.

Essential Functions

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age by June 1, 2026.
• US Sailing Instructor/Counselor Certification or ability to acquire by start of camp.
• Adherence to all Personnel Policies for Seasonal Camp Staff.
• Exhibits good judgment and risk management assessment skills.
• Ability to work with, communicate with and teach children ages six through seventeen.
• Must reside on camp property during summer; may be required to live in units with campers.
• Ability to make a commitment to the philosophy of Girl Scouting, both nationally and locally.
• Ability to effectively interact, work, and collaborate with people of various cultural backgrounds and promote an environment of inclusivity.
• Satisfactory results from a criminal background check are required.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Requirements

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending and twisting upper body.
• Capable of lifting up to 50lbs.
• Strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.

Environmental Demands

• Continuous outdoor activity and exposure to weather
• Willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours with limited equipment and facilities, with daily exposure to sun, heat, and insects.
• Willingness to live in camp facilities that may not have AC or in units with campers.
• Frequent work under stress and under pressure of deadlines with overlapping projects.
• Continuous requirement for professional demeanor and appropriate camp staff attire.
• Continuous work as a team member and ability to work independently with some supervision.

Important Note: The information contained in this job description is intended to outline the general nature and scope of work being performed by an employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be construed as a contract, or as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and capabilities required of a person employed in this capacity. Job descriptions are subject to change at the discretion of the Girl Scouts of Central Texas.

Girl Scouts of Central Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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