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Gundalow Company

Educator/Deckhand

Pay: $16.50–$19.95/hr

Posted: 5 days ago

Location: Portsmouth, NH (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/16/2026

Job Description

EDUCATOR/DECKHAND

Must be available mid-April through mid-October.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Gundalow Company seeks a passionate, self-motivated, flexible, organized team-player to work onboard the Gundalow

PISCATAQUA

, and on shore in a variety of educational roles. This position collaborates with all staff and crew and helps to implement our school programs, camps, public sails, charters, and events. Educators work up to 5 days a week with varying hours (25-40). This is not a liveaboard position.

REQUIREMENTS

A strong environmental ethic, plenty of stamina, flexibility, skill in public speaking, positive attitude, and willingness to share our mission with the public. Must be willing to work some weekends and holidays. Marine education and traditional sail experience are preferred. Must have or be willing to get CPR/first aid Certification. Must be willing to train to Coastguard safety standards, including initial and random drug testing. Must be available mid-April for essential crew training, and have limited external commitments through the season (April-October).

RESPONSIBILITIES

EDUCATION Execute daily school programs as simultaneous educator and deckhand. Involves teaching education stations related to history and marine science both onboard the Gundalow and on shore - will train. Promote public involvement with our organization. Encourage members of the public to- volunteer, become members, and come sail with us (through ticket sales and messaging). Work closely with the Captain and Program Manager to ensure a high-quality onboard education program.

RESPONSIBILITY

VESSEL Operate rigging, helm, and vessel mechanisms as needed. Assist Captain to ensure safety of vessel and passengers at all times. Supervise deck operations during day sails. Assist in training volunteer crew members. Support gundalow maintenance plan. Facilitate the boarding process, check-in passengers, coordinate boarding time with Captain.

TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to: education@gundalow.org

Subject Line:

Educator/Deckhand Position Starting Pay for this position will range from $16.50 to $19.95/ hour plus any tips from public sails and charters.