Thank you for your interest in applying to be a Junior Instructor Candidate (JIC) or Junior Instructor.

First and foremost the Sailing and Leadership Training (SALT) Program is a leadership development program. The core focuses are to develop our instructor’s sailing, mentorship, leadership, and soft skills. It is designed as a four year+ program, with each year having different focuses and responsibilities.

Under the leadership of the Directors and Head Instructors, JICs will participate in training throughout their time at CBC to enhance their skills. Sessions will be led on the following topics:

• Developing leadership skills
• Developing communication skills
• Problem-solving
• Developing confidence
• Working with others 

First Year JICs accepted into the 2026 SALT Program will be required to participate in: 

• One Weeklong Keelboat Sailing & Rowing Session
• One Two-Week Learn to Sail Right Session

 

Returning JICs accepted into the 2026 SALT Program will be required to participate in: 

• One Weeklong Keelboat Sailing & Rowing Session
• One Two-Week JIC Sailing & Leadership Session

 

JIs invited to apply for the 2026 SALT Program will be required to participate in: 

• One Weeklong Keelboat Sailing & Rowing Program
• 3+ Weeks in JI Training and SYSP Programs

 

Below is the tentative 2026 SALT Program Schedule. 

The CBC staff will be evaluating the progress of all JICs in the programs. JICs who demonstrate proficiency in sailing, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to setting and achieving set goals will be invited by the CBC Directors to join the CBC Instructor Staff as Junior Instructors.

All responses should be in complete sentences (no one-word answers) and completely in your own words*.  

 

*AI, such as ChatGPT, is not to be used for responses.

All responses should be in complete sentences (no one-word answers) and completely in your own words*.  

 

*AI, such as ChatGPT, is not to be used for responses.

---

---

By clicking the submit button below, I cerity that all of the information provided by me on this application is true and complete, and I understand that if any false information, ommissions, or misrepresentations are discovered, my application may be rejected and, if I am employed, my employement may be terminated at any time.  

In consideration of my employment, I agree to conform to the company's rules and regulations, and I agree that my employment and compenstation can be terminated, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at either my or the company's option.  

I also understand and agree that the terms and conditions of my employment may be changed, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time by the company.