Educator and Deckhand on Sailing Vessel SIGSBEE

The Deckhand/Educator assists in the implementation of maritime education programs, including day trips on vessels, land/sea programs, charters, and virtual programs.
 

Essential Functions: Responsibilities of the Deckhand/Educator for assisting the education department with its objectives include, but are not limited to: 
 

• Conduct and supervise safe and successful educational programs with assistance from onboard staff and other Living Classrooms employees
• Assist the Educational Coordinator with planning
• Assist with land-based portion of programs (land/sea, shore-side camping, virtual programs)
• Become familiar with the responsibilities of the role of Educational Coordinator to substitute when necessary
• Assist with the ship’s operations including (but not limited to) line/sail handling, navigation and manning the helm
• Assist with ship’s maintenance when needed
• Become familiar with instructing groups with different needs and learning abilities
• Encourage volunteers, interns and crew to participate in all aspects of presenting the education program
• Welcome, communicate with, and encourage participation of teachers in programs
• Maintain and/or calibrate equipment
• Maintain, monitor, and care for education supplies to keep in good condition and supply