Learn to Skate Instructor - Rink Management Services

Ice Skating Instructors, Part-Time

Under the supervision of the General Manager and Skating Director, primary responsibilities will include instructional and supervisory ice activities. 

Job Summary: Responsible for teaching basic fundamentals of ice skating in group and one-on-one settings. 

• Demonstrate proper use of equipment, techniques and methods of proper movements to achieve proficiency in basic skills.
• Follow the United States Figure Skating Basic Skills program format.
• Explain and enforces safety, rules, and regulations.
• Keep records and helps coordinate events.
• Keeping the Skating Director, General Manager and parents informed of progress and any issues that may arise.

Specific Responsibilities:   

• Arrive on time and prepared.  
• Notify Skating Director at least 72 hours in advance of any planned absences.
• Assist with student check-in beginning 15 minutes before scheduled class start time.
• Provide ice skating instruction to students of all ages using the United States Figure Skating Basic Skills program, instructing students in all elements of class level.
• Maintain a positive, upbeat and fun class environment using age-appropriate games and props to keep students moving and engaged.
• Assist Skating Director with determining student placement and class combinations.  
• Assist participants, providing support and extra direction as needed or requested by the Skating Director.  
• Encourage appropriate behavior of students.  
• Dress appropriately:
• Solid color pants (white, black or khaki preferred)
• Staff jacket
• Respect participants, parents and staff.
• Refrain from speaking negatively about the participants, other instructors or parents.
• Use appropriate language.
• Refrain from yelling at, hitting or verbally abusing the participants.
• Notify the Skating Director immediately of difficult behaviors and/or unsafe situations.  
• Be available for a minimum of four hours of private instruction per week.
• Enter and update availability for private instruction using Mindbody scheduling system.
• Attend training sessions as directed by the Skating Director and/or General Manager.  
• Participate in special events as requested by the Skating Director and/or General Manager.

Qualifications:   

• Must be at least 16 Years of age.  
• Must have passed USFS Free Skate 1 or equivalent Program.  
• Must be able to work with students of all ages, including young children.  
• Must have been a skating assistant for at least 1 year.  
• Must possess maturity and sound judgment.  
• Must be reliable and responsible.

Skills, Experience, and Personal Traits:   

• Previous coaching experience preferred  
• Knowledge United States Figure Skating Basic Skills program format  
• Knowledge of generally accepted teaching techniques  
• Skill in managing large groups of skaters (i.e. youth / mixed ages).  
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other instructors, Skating Director and parents.  
• Ability to motivate and energize students.  
• Energy, assertiveness, initiative, creativity, and willingness to try new approaches and techniques.  

  *You must complete entire application process in order to be considered for a position.