Junior Skating Instructor

Anaheim Ducks Hockey Club•Lakewood, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Junior Skating Instructor assists teaching staff with skating or off-ice skills in group settings, supports company and facility events, and promotes The Rinks and Great Park Ice while embodying the company’s values and mission. The role may assist with programs including Learn-to-Skate, off-ice, roller skating, home school, community classes, facility and company-sponsored events, and figure skating camps. It follows the applicable facility curriculum and may require attendance at Powerplays sessions when assisting with group classes. The instructor supports shows and competitions, provides constructive feedback to participants, maintains professional and ethical relationships with skaters and clients, and communicates professionally with parents, skaters, coaches, operations staff, and management. The role also provides welcoming customer service, shares program information, assists instructors with skater advancement recommendations, and supports the company’s pursuit of excellence in figure skating, hockey, and recreational skating. The position is on-site.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16.
Experience in figure skating, roller skating, or an off-ice discipline, including competitive, show, and/or coaching experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of the applicable discipline: U.S. Figure Skating, Learn-to-Skate USA, and the Professional Skaters Association for ice skating; or USA Roller Sports for roller skating.
Actively pursue educational opportunities within the sport.
For on-ice group classes, current Learn-to-Skate USA Instructor Membership and completion of all requirements; the role does not teach private lessons.
For Learn-to-Skate assignments, Junior Skating Associates must complete a Learn-to-Skate USA Workshop within a timeframe discussed at hire.
Present a consistent, professional, motivating, and enthusiastic teaching style and efficiently direct classes using time-management skills.
Have a passion for and involvement in growing figure skating, roller skating, or an off-ice discipline such as ballet or strength and conditioning.
Be a service-minded, highly motivated self-starter with energy, enthusiasm, assertiveness, drive, and a sense of fun.
Possess strong verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills, enjoy interacting with guests, and create a welcoming environment for skaters.
Maintain accurate records.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with people with varied personalities and at different levels.
Be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and early mornings or evenings.
Be able to communicate The Rinks vision and commitment to quality service, products, and entertainment.
Learn to Skate USA Instructor Membership certification required.
0–1 year of experience required.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist with instruction of group classes in skating or off-ice disciplines, including Learn-to-Skate, off-ice, roller skating, home school, community classes, events, and figure skating camps.
Follow the applicable Learn-to-Skate, roller skating, and/or off-ice curriculum, and attend Powerplays sessions when required for assigned group classes.
Assist in producing and promoting facility shows and competitions.
Provide positive, constructive feedback when evaluating skaters and participants.
Maintain a professional and ethical approach with a growing clientele.
Communicate professionally with parents, skaters, coaches, operations staff, and management.
Meet company standards and comply with instructor guidelines and membership, compliance, and ethics requirements for the relevant discipline.
Interact with customers in a welcoming and professional manner while promoting The Rinks values.
Communicate facility and company program information to guests and support quality service across figure skating, hockey, and recreational skating.
Assist Skating Instructors with recommendations for skater advancement through programs offered at The Rinks facilities.
Perform other duties as assigned.