Sailing Instructor Job Announcement
Modern Sailing School & Club is the premier sailing school on the West Coast. We have been teaching
adults how to sail on the San Francisco Bay and internationally since 1983. Our highly respected and
professional staff provides the highest level of instruction on the San Francisco Bay and California coast.
Courses and specialty clinics are taught year-round on weekdays and weekends.
We are seeking professional instructors to add to our team! You will have the opportunity to share your
knowledge and love of sailing with adults on the San Francisco Bay. As a Modern Sailing instructor, you
will also have opportunities to enhance your experience and skills by coaching our racing teams and
leading international flotillas and California coast excursions. During your classes, you will teach on-the-
water safety, boat handling, and sailing theory on keelboats and multihulls to beginning, intermediate,
and advanced sailors. Our staff enjoys leisure sails together, employee parties, discounts on marine
supplies and vendors, and sponsorship for additional training.
Minimum Professional Qualifications Required

• Current USCG Captain’s License: OUPV/6-pack or Tonnage License with Sailing Endorsement
• 3-5 years sailing experience
• 3 years teaching experience

Additional Valuable Qualifications

• ASA 201 Certification or equivalent
• ASA 203, 204, 205, 206, 208, 214
• ASA Endorsement Courses: 217, 218, 219, 220

The ideal candidate will possess these qualities:

• Excellent small group leadership skills
• Empathy for the students and be able to adapt to their individual needs
• Punctual and well prepared
• Clean, professional appearance
• Effective communicator
• Adapt easily to changing conditions

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to careers@modernsailing.com. You are also
welcome to drop these off in person, meet some of the staff, and check out our facilities. Call the
Sausalito office at (415) 331-8250 or the Berkeley office at (510) 831-1800 to set up a quick
appointment. We look forward to hearing from you soon!