Skatepark Host/Instructor

Hopewell Residential•Calgary, AB

51d

About The Position

The position of Skatepark Instructor/Host requires the candidate to have an energetic approach, be very comfortable and enjoys working with members of the public, planning, instructing and imparting skateboarding knowledge and skills to program participants. Our Skateboard Instructors will help promote a positive atmosphere and share their passion for skateboarding with those in the community. They will have an outgoing upbeat friendly attitude while confidently implementing and overseeing the skateboarding skills safety and skatepark etiquette and protocol. They will lead and instill one of inclusiveness, respect for all and be welcoming to all riders irrespective of skill and abilities. The instructor is responsible for teaching basic skating skills to children, ages 4-15, plus adults. Instructors must work very well with primary ages and they must have strong interpersonal skills to communicate with the participants’ parents. The Skateboard Instructor will host and function as a role model and leader on site, displaying and encouraging good skateboard etiquette and safety at all times while encouraging a quality skatepark learning experience for participants all while having fun!

Requirements

Leadership qualities
Must have experience skateboarding and be able to demonstrate fluency with eight basic skateboarding skills
Must have extensive knowledge of skating fundamentals and development tactics
Present themselves professionally and communicate appropriately with all customers and staff members
Has a proactive energetic approach
Possess strong planning and time management skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Work independently with limited supervision
Knowledge of skateboards and skateboard skills
The ability to transfer instructional knowledge to others
Have the ability to prepare lesson plans and improve on processes already in place
Comfortable with multi-tasking in a busy environment
Ability to implement skateboarding skills and park safety regulations and etiquette in a friendly and motivating manner
Confident in working with all class participants
Confident and experienced in customer service
Has the ability to managed and work through conflict resolution
Enjoys working with people
Pleasant manner, excellent verbal communication skills
High level of skateboarding ability
Very competent in sharing the knowledge of how to ride a skateboard
Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public
Ability to perform basic to complicated skateboarding skills
First Aid (or willingness to obtain a First Aid certificate)
National Coaching Certification Program level I minimum required

Responsibilities

Help design, write, and implement a weekly skateboard program lesson plan for your class age group
Organize and lead a variety of skill-based tasks that progress to building the skateboard skills of the participant each week
Create a positive, safe, and fun learning environment to participants while supporting and enhancing their experiences
Ensure that the site or area is kept clean, organized, safe and free of litter
Liaises with parents and children on instruction progress and report concerns to the PEM or designate
Assist in maintaining accurate program records including incident reports, and class attendance
Follow all safety guidelines associated with the skateboard program. This includes, but is not limited to, being responsible for your participant’s safety and their whereabouts at all times
Welcoming new patrons and familiarizing them with park etiquette, rules and regulations and pointing out key areas of interest
Promoting and assisting with the planning and organizing of authorized events happening at the skatepark, such as community events, competitions, etc.
Performing visual inspections to identify potential hazards and dealing with minor maintenance and reporting tasks (e.g. sweeping, tightening screws, etc.)
Demonstrating safe practices such as enforcing the proper wearing of helmets and safety gear
Filling out a Log book, Incident Reports, taking statistics and providing First Aid
Other duties and responsibilities as required