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Organizational Background
Rocking the Boat began as a boatbuilding after-school project for high school students in the South Bronx and incorporated as a 501(c)3 non-profit in 2001. Today, the organization, with an annual budget of $5 million, is a hub of youth development programming that serves nearly 5,000 community members annually across three locations. The mediums of boatbuilding, environmental science, and sailing are paired with social-emotional, academic, and career counseling by a team of licensed social workers to have profound and lasting impact on participants.

Position Summary
Boatbuilding Program Assistants are part-time, non-exempt positions that support the delivery of Rocking the Boat’s after school and summer Boatbuilding Youth Development Program. Program Assistants work over multiple semesters with the 9th and 10th grade participants in delivering all aspects of the program’s wooden boatbuilding-based curriculum. Up to four positions report to the Boatbuilding Program Manager.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate education in wooden boatbuilding to small groups of 9th and 10th grade students
• Assist in classroom instruction during session as well as lesson planning and preparation beforehand
• Independently lead small group instruction and activities
• Incorporate and promote Rocking the Boat’s Core Values into all aspects of program delivery
• Actively practice and promote all safety protocols in the shop and on the water
• Assist in leading day and overnight trips designed to introduce participants to new experiences related to Rocking the Boat programs
• Manage the upkeep of the boatbuilding shop including maintaining hand and power tools, cleaning and organizing the shop after use, and storing wood, paint, and other proper materials properly
• Ensure appropriate use and care of all materials and equipment
• Manage participant behavior to facilitate an effective and safe learning environment
• Participate in other activities as necessary to fulfill the mission of Rocking the Boat
  
  Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrate mastery of Boatbuilding Technical Skills Levels 3 and 4 or equivalent
• Demonstrates the initiative and leadership qualities that lead to a high level of productivity
• Ability to think independently while working as part of a team
• Ability to communicate honestly, respectfully, and effectively with supervisors and coworkers

Rocking the Boat Offers

• Up to 40 Safe and Safe hours per calendar year, accrued at a rate of one hour of Safe and Sick time earned to every 15 hours worked
• Salary ranging from $17 to $20 per hour, commensurate with experience 

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Rocking the Boat is committed to creating an environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging for all applicants and employees. The organization strives not only to accept but to affirm and celebrate all identities. Race, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability are not barriers to employment at Rocking the Boat. Candidates should feel welcome to communicate any special needs or requirements to be accommodated throughout the hiring process.

To apply
Please send a cover letter and resume with the subject “Boatbuilding Program Assistant” to Marina Ford, Boatbuilding Program Manager, at marina@rockingtheboat.org

Organizational Background 
Rocking the Boat began as a boatbuilding afterschool project for high school students in the South Bronx and was incorporated as a 501(c)3 non-profit in 2001. Today, the organization, with an annual budget of over $5 million, is a hub of youth development programming that serves nearly 5,000 community members annually across three locations. The mediums of boatbuilding, environmental science, and sailing are paired with social-emotional, academic, and career counselling by a team of licensed social workers to have profound and lasting impact on participants.

Position Summary 
Environmental Program Assistants are part-time, non-exempt positions that support the delivery of Rocking the Boat’s after school and summer Environmental Youth Development Program.  Program Assistants work over multiple semesters with the 9th and 10th grade participants in delivering all aspects of the program’s environmental based curriculum.  Up to four positions report to the Environmental Student Program Manager. 
 
Responsibilities 

• Facilitate education in environmental science to small groups of 9th and 10th grade students 
• Incorporate and promote Rocking the Boat’s Core Values into all aspects of program delivery 
• Actively practice and promote all safety protocols in the classroom, field, and on the water 
• Assist in leading day and overnight trips designed to introduce participants to new experiences related to Rocking the Boat programs 
• Manage appropriate upkeep, use, and care of the program materials and equipment including rowboats, field equipment, and activity material 
• Ensure appropriate use and care of all materials and equipment 
• Manage participant behavior in order to facilitate an effective and safe learning environment  
• Participate in other activities as necessary to fulfill the mission of Rocking the Boat 
   
  Requirements 
• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Demonstrate mastery of Environmental Technical Skills Levels 3 and 4 or equivalent  
• Demonstrates the initiative and leadership qualities that lead to a high level of productivity 
• Ability to think independently while working as part of a team 
• Ability to communicate honestly, respectfully, and effectively with supervisors and coworkers 
   
  Rocking the Boat Offers 
• Up to 40 Safe and Safe hours per calendar year, accrued at a rate of one hour of Safe and Sick time earned to every 15 hours worked
• Salary ranging from $17 to $20 per hour, commensurate with experience   

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging 
Rocking the Boat is committed to creating an environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging for all applicants and employees. The organization strives not only to accept but to affirm and celebrate all identities.  Race, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability are not barriers to employment at Rocking the Boat.  Candidates should feel welcome to communicate any special needs or requirements to be accommodated throughout the hiring process. 
 
To apply 
Please send a cover letter and resume with the subject “Environmental Program Assistant” to Lily Mleczko, Director of Environmental Science and Justice, at lily@rockingtheboat.org

Organizational Background 
Rocking the Boat began as a boatbuilding afterschool project for high school students in the South Bronx and incorporated as a 501(c)3 non-profit in 2001. Today, the organization, with an annual budget of over $5 million, is a hub of youth development programming that serves nearly 5,000 community members annually across three locations. The mediums of boatbuilding, environmental science, and sailing are paired with social-emotional, academic, and career counselling by a team of licensed social workers to have profound and lasting impact on participants. Rocking the Boat became an accredited U.S. Sailing Community Sailing Center in 2018.

Position Summary 
The Sailing Program Assistant is a part-time, non-exempt position that supports the delivery of Rocking the Boat’s after school and summer Sailing Youth Development Program.  Program Assistants work over multiple semesters with the 9th and 10th grade participants in delivering all aspects of the program’s sailing-based curriculum.  Up to three positions report to the Director of Sailing.
 
Responsibilities 

• Facilitate learn-to-sail education to small groups of 9th and 10th grade students 
• Incorporate and promote Rocking the Boat’s Core Values into all aspects of program delivery 
• Actively practice and promote all safety protocols in the classroom, field, and on the water 
• Assist in leading day and overnight trips designed to introduce participants to new experiences related to Rocking the Boat programs 
• Collaborate with maintenance of the entire sailing fleet as needed, including plastic dinghies, wooden sailboats, and RIBs; other boating equipment such as engines, trailers, dollies, sails, and PFDs; foul weather gear and dry suits
• Help lead sailing programs for local schools and community groups
• Ensure appropriate use and care of all sailing-related clothing, materials, and equipment  
• Manage participant behavior to facilitate an effective and safe learning environment  
• Participate in other activities as necessary to fulfill the mission of Rocking the Boat 
   
  Requirements 
• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Demonstrate mastery of level 4 Sailing Technical Skills or equivalent 
• US Sailing Level 1 Small Boat Instructor Certification
• NY State Boating Safety Certificate or equivalent powerboat driving certificate
• Demonstrate the initiative and leadership qualities that lead to a high level of productivity 
• Ability to think independently while working as part of a team 
• Ability to communicate honestly, respectfully, and effectively with supervisors and co-workers 
   
  Rocking the Boat Offers 
• Up to 40 Safe and Safe hours per calendar year, accrued at a rate of one hour of Safe and Sick time earned to every 15 hours worked
• Salary ranging from $17 to $20 per hour, commensurate with experience   

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging 
Rocking the Boat is committed to creating an environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging for all applicants and employees. The organization strives not only to accept but to affirm and celebrate all identities.  Race, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability are not barriers to employment at Rocking the Boat.  Candidates should feel welcome to communicate any special needs or requirements to be accommodated throughout the hiring process. 
 
To apply 
Please send a cover letter and resume with the subject “Sailing Program Assistant” to Juan Pablo Sarmiento Torres, Director of Sailing, at juanpablo@rockingtheboat.org