Are you interested in becoming a dive professional or curious about what it takes to be one?
We won’t have another “Become a Pro” Meeting night till Feb 2027, but if you’re interested in learning more in the meantime…
…to discuss the process and pathway to becoming a dive professional and what it’s like operating as a dive pro with East Coast Divers. Contact our pro training director, alex@ecdivers.com, for additional information.
Are you already a dive professional looking for new opportunities?!
If you are an SSI or PADI professional, we have programs you can teach with us right now! If you are a pro with another agency, we also offer crossovers at a dramatically reduced cost and can waive the fee entirely with a minimum commitment to work.
- Are you tired of teaching a program just trying to move students through as fast as possible?
- Do you wish you could spend more time with students and teach them cool abilities like skill development while neutrally buoyant, helicopter and back kicks, and practical emergency management techniques?
- Do you wish you worked with a team as dedicated to creating excellent divers as you are?
- Would you like to work with a dive center that could offer you opportunities to teach more advanced, professional, technical, and freediving programs?
If so, East Coast Divers would love to have you join our team of passionate, committed dive professionals!
We offer some of the most competitive pay with excellent benefits (free equipment service, continued education, discounts on gear purchases. free access to our group professional liability insurance, and more). We also handle the majority of the admin work. We find students, sign them up for classes, and manage the schedule. We manage the paperwork and insurance. All you have to do is the fun parts – show up, teach, and get paid!
Becoming a scuba diving professional with East Coast Divers offers a unique blend of excitement, community, and opportunity. Here’s why it’s an incredible path to explore:
1. Diverse Diving Environment: While Massachusetts waters are cooler, they are teeming with life and rich with historical sites. From colorful marine life in the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary to the fascinating shipwrecks off Cape Cod and the North Shore, there’s a wealth of underwater exploration to enjoy and share with others. You’ll dive into spots known for their rich history and biodiversity.
2. Flexible Work Options: Scuba diving in Massachusetts can be pursued part-time, providing flexibility to fit seamlessly into your existing lifestyle or other commitments. Whether seeking extra income or a new adventure outside your usual routine, diving can offer the best of both worlds.
3. Vibrant Community: Joining a local dive center means becoming part of a fun, enth
usiastic, and supportive community. You’ll work alongside passionate instructors and eager students, forging strong relationships and enjoying the camaraderie that comes with a shared love of diving.
4. Professional Perks: As a team member of a dive center, you’ll receive great benefits like discounts on purchasing and servicing your diving gear. Access to a variety of teaching resources like group pro liability insurance, discounts on fills, access to a diverse team of trainers for a variety of advancement opportunities and all the class and students you could want to teach without all the work of marketing and sales. These perks make it more affordable to indulge in your passion with easy and comfort. Additionally, local diving travel opportunities with the dive center can be both budget-friendly and enriching.
5. Environmental Impact and Education: As an instructor in Massachusetts, you can directly educate others about marine conservation and the importance of protecting our local waters. You become an environmental ambassador, contributing to preservation efforts and fostering a love for the ocean among new divers.
6. Year-Round Opportunities: While many might think diving is seasonal, New England waters offer year-round opportunities. Winter training in pools and specialty courses like dry suit diving can diversify your skills and enable you to deliver a full spectrum of diving experiences. We also travel to amazing remote destinations all year long. Trips like these are offered a few times a year at significant discounts to our core team members.
7. Historical Significance: Massachusetts waters are biologically diverse and historically rich, offering dives among shipwrecks. Sharing these historical narratives adds more intrigue to the diving experience.
8. Local Adventures and Events: Join our team adventures and events, such as lobster diving or scalloping, which can make each day on the job exciting and varied. Exploring local underwater treasures and advancing your diving skills becomes a regular part of your role.
By becoming a scuba diving professional with East Coast Divers, you get to blend your love for marine life and history with a job that offers flexibility, community, and opportunities for personal and professional growth within New England’s stunning and dynamic waters and beyond.
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