Junior Skating Instructor

Location: Lakewood, United States of America

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Job Title

Junior Skating Instructor

Pay Details

The starting hourly rate for this position is $21.00 per hour.

The Junior Skating Instructor assists teaching staff with skating or Off-Ice skills in groups, supports company or facility events, and promotes The Rinks and Great Park Ice while embodying the company’s values and mission.

​​Responsibilities

Assist with instruction of group classes in various formats, including our Learn-to-Skate Program, Off-Ice Program, Roller Skate Program, Home School Program, community classes, facility and company-sponsored events, figure skating camps, etc.

Follow the facility’s Learn-to-Skate curriculum (based on U.S. Figure Skating’s “Learn to Skate USA” model), Roller Skating Curriculum, and/or Off-Ice Curriculum, and agree to attend Powerplays sessions if assisting Academy, LTS, Roller, Off-Ice, or other Group Classes

Assist in the production and promotion of facility shows and competitions

Provide positive, constructive feedback when evaluating skaters/participants

Maintain a professional and ethical approach to a growing clientele

Always maintain professional communication with Parents, Skaters, other Coaches, Operations staff, and Management

Meet all company standards and comply with instructor guidelines and requirements, including:

For On-Ice: U.S. Figure Skating / LTS USA Skating Instructor Membership/Compliance and Code of Ethics for U.S. Figure Skating and Professional Skaters Association

For Roller:  USA Roller Sports Coach Membership

Interact with customers in a welcoming and professional manner while promoting The Rinks values

Communicate facility and company program information to guests and support the company’s pursuit of excellence in all areas of figure skating, hockey, and recreational skating

Assist Skating Instructors in providing recommendations for skater advancement through the programs offered in The Rinks facilities

Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Minimum 16 years of age

Experience in the sport of figure skating, roller skating, or off-ice discipline, including competitive history, show experience, and/or coaching experience

Comprehensive knowledge of the discipline of choice

For Ice Skating: U.S. Figure Skating, Learn-to-Skate USA, and the Professional Skaters Association

For Roller Skating: USA Roller Sports (USARS)

Actively pursuing educational opportunities within the sport

For Junior Skating Instructors assisting with On-Ice classes (does not teach private lessons): Has current LTS USA Instructor Membership and completed all requirements

For LTS, Junior Skating Associates must have completed a Learn-To-Skate USA Workshop within a set time frame (to be discussed at the time of hire)

Present a consistent professional, motivating, and enthusiastic teaching style and be able to direct a class efficiently using time management skills

Passion for growing the sport of figure skating, roller skating, or Off-Ice (i.e., Ballet, Strength & Conditioning) discipline and involved in the growth of the sport

Is a service-minded self-starter who is highly motivated and possesses characteristics of energy, enthusiasm, assertiveness, drive, and a sense of fun

Must possess outstanding interpersonal and communication (verbal & written) skills, including enjoying interacting with guests and creating a welcoming environment for skaters

Able to maintain accurate records

Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals with varied personalities and at different levels

High School Diploma/GED preferred but not required

Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, early mornings/evenings

Able to communicate The Rinks vision and commitment to quality service, products, and entertainment

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Education - Less Than High School

Certifications Required – Learn to Skate USA Instructor Membership

Experience Required - 0-1 Year

This position is on-site.