Part-Time Rowing Instructor at Thompson Boat Center

Compensation Amount:

Job Summary:

Thompson Boat Center, a site managed by Guest Services, Inc., is now hiring seasonal rowing instructors for the 2026 season. Classes are offered April through October 7 days a week. Starting pay for this role is $20 per hour. If you love working outdoors and teaching sculling, this is a great opportunity for you! Apply today to join our All-Star Team!

Job Description:

Job Summary: 

• The Rowing Instructor is responsible for teaching a variety of sculling classes at Thompson Boat Center. Instructional programs are for both adults and youth from novice to experienced rowers. 

• Classes most frequently occur from 6am to 10am and 3pm to 8pm on weekdays and 6am to 12pm on weekends. Schedules will vary throughout the season. 

• Teaching and scheduling private lessons with guests and helping them work towards their individual training goals

• Ability to respond to guests questions about the sport and programs we offer

• Respond professionally back to calls and emails to schedule classes and lessons

• Follow the assigned curriculum to teach the lessons

• The Rowing Instructor will work directly with the site Managers, Shift Supervisors, and fellow Rowing Instructors at Thompsons.  

 

Desired Skills & Knowledge: 

• Experienced teaching sculling is required. US Rowing training or certification preferred. 

• Ability to speak to a large group with confidence and enthusiasm 

• Effective teaching and communication skills 

• Desire to share passion for the water sport 

• Previous experience as a rower or coxswain required 

• Ability to memorize facts and routines 

• Ability to swim and demonstrate rescue procedures 

• Experience driving a safety launch and a Washington DC Boater Safety Course Completion or Boating License 

• First Aid & CPR Certification preferred   

 

Physical & Mental Requirements: 

•  Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place within the unit.  

• Bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment. 

• Lifting, carrying, and pushing up to 25 lbs. regularly, 30-35 lbs. frequently, and up to 50 lbs. occasionally. 

• Ability to stand for the entire workday. 

• Climbing steps regularly. 

• Working in wet and slippery conditions. 

• Working for long hours in an outdoor, hot, and damp environment. 

• Frequently immerse hands in water. 

• Withstanding temperature extremes in outdoor environments and inclement weather. 

• Proficient in speaking, reading and writing in English. 

• Speech recognition and clarity, including the ability to understand the speech of customers and co-workers and the ability to speak clearly so that you can be understood by customers and co-workers in English. 

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