Summer Educator - Marine Science & Adventure Sports

Organization

New England Science & Sailing Foundation

Job Posted

January 12, 2026

Job status

Open

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Website

New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) Job Opportunities

Careers

Contact Name

Nina Quaratella

Contact Email

nquaratella@nessf.org

Contact Phone

8605359362

Location

Stonington, CT
United States
The NESS Marine Science & Adventure Sports (MSAS) Educator helps New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) implement high quality programming with an active, hands-on, experientially oriented marine science-based lessons. Program platforms include kayaking, snorkeling, surfing, stand-up paddle boarding and fishing. Qualified applicants will be passionate, motivated, able to work within a team as well as on their own and have proven skills working with children of all ages.

Summary

To apply please visit https://nessf.org/about-new-england-science-sailing/careers/ and click "Summer Educator - Marine Science & Adventure Sports"

 

Dates:

  • This seasonal position is employed at NESS for a maximum of 13 weeks from June 1-August 28 2026.
  • NESS runs a Lifeguard certification course from June 1-June 5, an incumbent employee's participation would be determined by the Director of Programs.
  • A mandatory training week for all staff runs from June 8-June 12.

The NESS MSAS Educator:

  • Implements engaging hands-on NESS lessons related to various ocean education topics
  • Is knowledgeable about NESS programs and serves as an ambassador for NESS when dealing with NESS's constituents
  • Exhibits a strong culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and customer service
  • Can operate with a high degree of awareness and knowledge related to assigned responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Works closely with other members of the NESS Education team to develop and implement lessons on and off the water
  • Provides leadership to students and assists in overseeing junior instructors
  • Maintains campus and offsite safety at all times
  • Understands and implements NESS's emergency action plan as necessary
  • Assists in inventory and maintenance of watercraft, watersports equipment and gear, including powerboats, kayaks, surfboards, SUPs, fishing gear, masks & snorkels, wetsuits, boogie boards, etc.
  • Assists in classroom inventory, maintenance, and cleanliness

 

To apply please visit https://nessf.org/about-new-england-science-sailing/careers/ and click "Summer Educator - Marine Science & Adventure Sports"

Compensation Information

This is an hourly 40-hour per week position with occasional evening and weekend work. Part-time schedules and end dates are flexible at the discretion of the Director of Programs. Hourly rate is dependent on existing certifications and experience, with the minimum hourly rate being $16.94/hour.