COACH APPLICATION

After reviewing the job description below please email a resume and cover letter to info@thesealeague.org

Job Summary

In supporting our spring season, our coaches are the driving force for our ocean sport programming. They are there to create the meaningful experiences that transform our participants into ocean lovers. TSL operates from a fun first perspective but relies on our coaches to continually engage our participants in ways that encourage curiosity and self discovery in marine habitats. Our coaches are as knowledgeable and passionate about protecting the ocean as they are about playing in it. 

Activities include: surfing, stand up paddling, kayaking, boogie boarding, body surfing, tide pooling, and free diving. Commitment is 5 hours/week for 3-4 months and one weekend community beach day field trip at the end of the season.

General Accountabilities

  • Program

    • Assist in facilitating surfing, kayaking, stand up paddling, and environmental education sessions

    • Knowledge of swell, wind, sea life, and potential hazards

    • Maintain communication with the lead staff and coaches

    • Know where all the kids are at all times, including the number of kids

    • Keep 1:3 coach to participant ratio balanced 

    • Profile to determine where participant edges and interests are

    • Continually take the initiative to be engaged with the kids

    • Willingness to take the lead in programs

    • Model the Peacemaker principles

    • Carry a first aid kit and have knowledge of basic first aid

    • Ability to lead an opening circle

    • Utilize our toolbox of games, skills and activities to use on program

    • Comfortability and creative responses to conflict resolution

  • Parents

    • Learn the parents names

    • Be approachable and available for parent questions

    • Ask parents for info on meeting their kids' needs

    • Stay informed about the program schedule

    • Be able to assist with the binder

    • Give parents positive feedback and stories about their child(ren)

  • Communications

    • Be responsible for finding subs if you are unable to make your program

    • Respond to All Hands calls and emails in a timely manner

    • Attend staff meetings

    • Communicate support you need to be successful in the field

  • General

    • Be available to brief before and after programs

    • Commit to Personal Development and growing your own edges

    • Dedication to developing life skills, awareness, personal gifts, and empathy

    • A personal manifestation and embodiment of the 8-shields mentoring philosophy

Job Qualifications

  • Education: high school diploma or higher

  • Experience: 3+ years of ocean/swim recreation and outdoor education

    • We don’t expect our coaches to be professional surfers, but they must be very comfortable in the ocean.

Skills

  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

  • High interpersonal, mentoring and naturalist skill level

  • Organized and available for occasional evening / weekend calls

  • Proficient in computer skills including Google docs & sheets, email, database

  • CA Drivers license and ability to lift 30lbs.

  • Passion for justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, education and nature

  • Committed to personal and professional growth

  • Team focus

  • Sense of play and adventure tempered with awareness

  • Love of learning

Benefits & Compensation

Seasonal/Part-time: Commensurate with work experience

TSL offers training including:

  • CPR/ First Aid Certification

  • Lifeguard Certification

  • Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) training

  • A commitment to work-life balance and fun, self-driven working environment