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Delivers maritime instruction and prepares students for certification exams.

Salary Range

$50,000 – $100,000/year

Daily Pay Range

$190 – 385/day

Minimum Education

Associate or Bachelor’s in maritime studies

Key Responsibilities

• Teach maritime topics using classroom and hands-on methods
• Operate simulators and prep students for certification
• Maintain equipment and update curriculum

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s in maritime studies
  
• 5–7 years sea-time or operations experience
  
• Instructor credentials preferred

Career Outlook

• High demand for technical maritime instructors
  
• Advancement to senior or curriculum roles

Typical Day

• Plan lessons, run simulators, evaluate trainees
• Attend development sessions