EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

VYBA is currently looking for the following positions:

C420 Race Team Coach-

The Venice Youth Boating Association is seeking a part-time enthusiastic, energetic, experienced C420 race team coach to finish out the 2025 season with the potential to continue on a year round basis. We have an established team of skippers and crew and a full regatta schedule to complete the 2025 sailing season. Must be 21 years of age or older, have at least a level 1 instructor certification, with safe sport and CPR certifications. The coach is responsible for team practice Mondays, Tuesdays and Saturdays, instruction of other sailing classes when available, regatta preparation and travel, loading and unloading travel trailers, some boat maintenance, coaching and mentoring. We offer a competitive hourly wage. Travel to regattas including mileage, meals and housing is provided. Must be able to pass a FL Level 2 background check. Anyone interested can email Director@veniceyouthboating.org

Responsibilities:

• Prepare lesson plans consistent to a C420 Race Team 
• Track sailors’ attendance and progress
• Assess both strengths and development needs of individuals and teams
• Assist VYBA Head Coach with maintenance of motorboat and sailboat fleets as needed
• Assist VYBA Head Coach with regatta preparations and logistics
• Travel to regattas both locally and regionally
• Following and enforcing safety protocols at all times
  
• Operating vessels consistent with USCG standards
  
• Perform related duties as required

Qualifications:

• US Sailing Instructor Level 1 certification (or equivalent)
• US Sailing Level 2 certification (desirable)
• Current First Aid / CPR certification
• Safesport Certification
• FL Level 2 background check
• Prior instructor / teaching experience ages 5 - Adult
• Regatta travel experience
• Recent experience with sailboat racing and on-the-water instruction
• Preferably college or similar small boat racing and / or coaching experience
• Genuine love of sailing and racing

Year Round Learn to sail/Reach program Instructor-

Venice Youth Boating Association is looking for enthusiastic and skilled learn to sail instructor for our adventure sail and learn to sail programs. This position's principal responsibility is to teach sailing skills, sportsmanship, and water safety under the supervision of the Sailing Director in accordance with program guidelines. A US Sailing REACH certification or equivalent is recommended, but not required, as we are incorporating STEM into our learn to sail programs. Start dates can be flexible, we are seeking year-round as well as summer 2024 coaches. Anyone interested can email Director@veniceyouthboating.org

Responsibilities:

- Assisting the VYBA Sailing Director and Head Coach in maintaining a program that meets the standards outlined by the Venice Youth Boating Association and US Sailing.

- Providing safe, consistent, and quality instruction both on and off the water

- Developing and implementing lessons plans in learn to sail and STEM in sailing for a variety of skill levels and changing weather conditions.

- Maintaining equipment and facilities and reporting any issues to the Head Coach

- Following and enforcing safety protocols at all times.

- Operating vessels consistent with USCG standards.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum 18 years of age
Minimum 1 year of experience in an instructional capacity
Extensive Sailing Experience
Regatta experience, multiple one-design classes preferred
US Sailing Level 1 certification
USCG Approved CPR/AED/First Aid
NABSLA Approved Boating Safety certification
US or International Driver License
Able to pass a level 2 background check
Capable of operating safety boats
Capable of working independently with minimal supervision
Reliable and punctual, arriving to work on time, prepared for the day
Ability to provide and accept constructive feedback in a positive and productive manner
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Desire to be part of our team

This is a part-time position and pay is dependant on experience.

Seasonal Sailing Coaches for Summer Programs:

Venice Youth Boating Association is looking for enthusiastic and skilled Sailing Coaches. This position's principal responsibility is to teach sailing skills, sportsmanship, and water safety under the supervision of the Head Coach in accordance with program guidelines. We are seeking coaches for our summer programs. Start date is in May and hours can be flexible. We run a 10 week sailing program with morning and afternoon sessions, Monday through Friday. Our classes range from our youngest Pollywogs (6-8) to our more advanced race clinics and adult sailing. Anyone interested can email Director@veniceyouthboating.org

Responsibilities:

1. Assisting the VYBA lead coaches in maintaining a program that meets the standards outlined by the Venice Youth Boating Association and US Sailing.

2. Providing safe, consistent, and quality instruction both on and off the water

3. Developing and implementing lessons plans in learn to sail and , along side lead coaches, for a variety of skill levels and changing weather conditions.

4. Maintaining equipment and facilities and reporting any issues to the lead Coach

5. Following and enforcing safety protocols at all times.

6. Operating vessels consistent with USCG standards.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum 16 years with level 1 certification
Minimum 1 year of experience in an instructional capacity(volunteer or paid)
Sailing Experience
US Sailing Level 1 certification or higher
USCG Approved CPR/AED/First Aid
NABSLA Approved Boating Safety certification
US or International Driver License
Able to pass a level 2 background check
Capable of operating safety boats
Capable of towing trailers locally to/from regattas
Capable of working independently with minimal supervision
Reliable and punctual, arriving to work on time, prepared for the day
Ability to provide and accept constructive feedback in a positive and productive manner
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Desire to be part of our team

This is a full-time or part-time position and pay is dependant on experience.