Skating Instructor

Oakland Ice Center • Oakland, CA

112d • $22

About The Position

The Skating Instructor is responsible for teaching the technical aspects of skating and ensuring that ice skating at the Sharks Ice Facilities is enjoyable and rewarding for all participants. The position requires availability to work 2/3rds of the scheduled events each month, including weekends and some holidays. The instructor will prepare class attendance records, be familiar with the Solar4America Ice curriculum and ISI program, and ensure that classes are fun, friendly, and organized. The role also involves supervising practice times, meeting with parents to discuss student progress, and promoting ISI testing and re-enrollment.

Requirements

• Must be able to wear SSE assigned uniform during all shifts.
• Ability to work various shifts, weekends, possibly holidays, and late nights.
• Possess a record of high achievement as an ice skater or a coach in Figure Skating, Hockey, Speed Skating, or Dance.
• Able to work well with youth and adults and maintain positive relationships with customers.
• Good working knowledge of Ice Skating Institute programs and other skating clubs and organizations.
• Requires long periods of ice skating and standing on skates while giving instruction.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and keep class attendance records up to date.
• Be familiar with all maneuvers taught at each level of Solar4America Ice curriculum.
• Be familiar with all maneuvers taught at each level of the ISI program.
• Decide which maneuvers to be taught and reviewed.
• Be prompt and on time for assignment.
• Assist with class lesson set up including getting out teaching aids.
• Meet and exceed customer expectations; classes should be fun, friendly, and organized.
• Keep skaters active and vary maneuvers.
• Ensure all students receive equal amounts of instruction.
• Supervise and play games with music during practice times.
• Develop social skills.
• Meet with parents and discuss students' progress.
• Keep students and parents informed of skating competitions and activities.
• Promote ISI testing and keep students and parents informed of test sessions.
• Assist with rental skates and check new students for proper fit of skates.
• Assist all facility personnel during peak hours and special events.
• Prepare and turn in payroll sheets on time.
• Prepare class certificates and progress reports.
• Recommend class level for re-enrollment.
• Encourage new enrollment and promote re-enrollment.
• Keep up to date with the latest skating rules and trends.
• Promote Pro Shop.
• Follow all rink rules, policies, and procedures.
• Know emergency procedures for equipment and evacuation of the building.
• Must be available/flexible to work all class lesson days and times.

Benefits

• $22.50/hour salary.
• $200 employee referral bonus for each friend hired.
• 30% discount in the Sharks Pro Shop.
• Food and beverage discount at SAP Center, TechCU Arena, and Stanley's.
• 4 free Barracuda tickets to each game.
• Free ice skating at Sharks Ice (San Jose, Fremont, and Oakland).
• Free employee parking.
• Fun environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries