Summer Camp Instructor

• Company: Windsure Adventure Watersports
• Job Type: Full Time
• Job Level: Front-line
• Job Type: Full Time, Part Time
• Job Address: 1300 Discovery St, Vancouver, British Columbia V6R 4L9
• Job Status: Contract/Temporary, Seasonal
• Start Date: June 26th, 2023
• End Date: September 1st, 2023
• Positions Available: 9

Position: Summer Camp Instructor 

Location: Windsure Adventure Watersports at Jericho Beach, Vancouver BC 

Duration: June 26, 2023 – September 1, 2023 (seasonal) + potential training dates May 17, 27, June 4, 8, 10, 17 depending on current skills

Hours: Part Time & Full Time, approx. 15-35 hours per week 

Compensation: $15.65/hr base + $0.25 for each sport 

Application Deadline: March 5, 2023 

Application Form: https://forms.gle/9hhAhHWKmnVCiC7f6

*opportunity for some part-time hours May 1 to June 2, 2023 teaching community programs 

Who we are: 

Established in 1977, Windsure is a family-run watersports business, located at beautiful Jericho Beach in West Point Grey, Vancouver. Today, we work to share our love of three quintessential Vancouver watersports: Windsurfing, Stand-Up Paddleboarding, and Skimboarding. 

Regardless of experience, age, ability, or learning goals, Windsure has a program designed for anyone looking to get out on the water. Through rentals, lessons, group programs, and youth camps, the team at Windsure is dedicated to creating an experience for as many watersport-seekers as possible! We are proud to be a part of the Vancouver watersports community and we hope to continue to help it grow by sharing our love of the water with our fellow Vancouverites and visitors alike. Join our tight-knit team of passionate, active people in one of the most beautiful work environments that our planet has to offer. 

Our values of Community, Sustainability, Activity and Safety drive all that we do. What do these values mean to you? 

What you’ll do: 

Summer Camp Instructors specifically teach programming for children ages 7-15 in one or more of our three sports- windsurfing, skimboarding and paddleboarding, either full day or half day programs. Through all activities, whether technical skills or confidence and team-building games, the goal of the Summer Camp Instructor is to foster a love of sport and nature within participants. In all programs, safety comes first- the Instructors are responsible for the safety and well-being of campers at all times. The Summer Camps Instructor Team works with the leadership of the Summer Camps Supervisor to ensure that participants leave camp with new skills and a piqued interest in watersports. Summer camps run Monday-Friday each week from 9am-4pm, with no camp on holidays. Summer Camp Instructors may also instruct non-camp lessons and must be available at least once per week in the evenings or on the weekend. This is a seasonal position that may commence as early as June 26th 2023 with potential (depending on what skills need to be taught) paid training days on: 

• Paddle Canada Paddleboarding: May 17th OR 27th OR June 10th

• Skimboard: June 4th OR 8th

• Summer Camp Instructors: June 17th

Some examples of the daily tasks of a Summer Camp Instructor include: 

• Teach summer camp programming in windsurfing, skimboard and/or stand-up paddling in a safe and friendly manner 

• Plan, organize, implement, and lead age-appropriate activities 

• Facilitate and encourage participation in all activities, providing modifications when appropriate

• Provide feedback to students to support further learning and engagement 

• Work with other instructors and staff collaboratively to deliver a fun learning experience

• Prepare and take down, clean, put away equipment as needed for camp programming

• Respond to emergency situations and injuries with confidence and calm 

• Act as a liaison between Windsure and parents/ children for summer camp programs

• Assist with summer camp weekly registration and daily sign-in/ sign-out

• Work with the Summer Camps Supervisor to resolve any issues with campers and/or parents

You’re a good fit if you: 

• Love being outside and active, especially on the water 

• Know how to create memorable learning experiences 

• Are proficient in one or more of our watersports (the more, the better) 

• Are seeking a role to grow your coaching skills 

• Have an understanding and/or curiosity of race, gender, BIPOC, LGBTQ2SIA+ and climate justice issues and are committed to creating safe community spaces 

What we need: 

• Teaching/ coaching experience with youth or similar 

• Communication & teamwork skills 

• Coachable & curious 

• Able to lift and carry minimum 50 lbs 

• Pleasure Craft Operating Card (PCOC) or willingness to get it 

• Valid First Aid Training (OFA Level 1 or Equivalent) or willingness to get it 

• Valid Criminal Record Check or willingness to get one,

• Able to work in Canada 

• Fully vaccinated 

• Bonus: Paddle Canada SUP Certification 

Additional Role Information & Benefits: 

• Access to free equipment rentals and lessons in non-peak times 

• 50% off rentals and 25% lessons to share with your friends and family anytime

• Reciprocal agreements to access other watersport equipment and lessons

• Paid applicable sport training and certifications

• Salary/Wage: $15.65/hr + $0.25 for each sport

Application Process: 

• Complete this form by March 5th, 2023 at the latest, including uploading your up-to-date resume in PDF format. Please feel free to reach out to info@windsure.com with any questions. 

At Windsure, we strive to create a work environment that is inclusive, equitable, diverse, representative and celebratory of all groups and lived experiences. As such, we encourage applications from all groups, including women, youth, people of colour, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2SIA+), and others who may contribute to diversity in backgrounds, perspectives and skillsets. Additionally, please notify us at any point if there is a way in which we can make the recruitment process more accessible to your needs. We are honoured to be located on the unceded territory and traditional waters of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

Post Date: January 23, 2023 Deadline for Application: March 5, 2023