Skating Instructor

OC Sports & Entertainment•Yorba Linda, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Skating Instructor teaches group skating classes in a variety of formats and supports facility and company events while promoting The Rinks and embodying the company’s values and mission. Instruction follows the facility’s Learn-to-Skate curriculum, based on U.S. Figure Skating’s Learn to Skate USA model. Instructors teaching Learn-to-Skate or other Academy group classes must agree to attend PowerPlay sessions. The role is on-site and requires a flexible schedule, including weekends and early mornings or evenings. The instructor helps guests learn and advance in skating, provides constructive feedback, supports the production and promotion of shows and competitions, and shares information about facility and company programs. The position calls for a professional, welcoming, enthusiastic teaching style and a commitment to service, safety, inclusion, and the growth of figure skating.

Requirements

Minimum age of 18.
Experience in figure skating, including competitive history, show experience, and/or coaching experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of U.S. Figure Skating, Learn to Skate USA, and the Professional Skaters Association.
Actively pursue education opportunities within the sport and hold PSA Basic Accreditation or USFS Level 1 Coach Accreditation.
For Learn-to-Skate instructors and junior instructors who do not teach private lessons: current Learn To Skate USA Instructor Membership or current USFS Coach Compliance and Membership.
For skating instructors who teach private lessons: current U.S. Figure Skating Coach Compliance; refer to the U.S. Figure Skating website for requirements.
Present a consistent, professional, motivating, and enthusiastic teaching style and direct classes efficiently using time-management skills.
Be passionate about growing figure skating and involved in the sport’s growth.
Be service-minded, self-starting, highly motivated, energetic, enthusiastic, assertive, driven, and fun.
Have outstanding interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills, enjoy interacting with guests, and create a welcoming environment for skaters.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with people with varied personalities and at different levels.
Work a flexible schedule, including weekends and early mornings or evenings.
Communicate The Rinks’ vision and commitment to quality service, products, and entertainment.
Required education: high school diploma or equivalent; the posting also states that a high school diploma/GED is preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

Competitive figure skating history, show experience, and/or coaching experience.
PSA Basic Accreditation or USFS Level 1 Coach Accreditation.
High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Instruct group classes in formats including the Learn-to-Skate Program, Home School Program, community classes, facility and company-sponsored events, and figure skating camps.
Follow the facility’s Learn-to-Skate curriculum, based on U.S. Figure Skating’s Learn to Skate USA model.
Agree to attend PowerPlay sessions when teaching Learn-to-Skate or other Academy group classes.
Assist in producing and promoting facility shows and competitions.
Provide positive, constructive feedback when evaluating skaters.
Maintain a professional and ethical approach to a growing clientele.
Meet company standards and comply with instructor guidelines.
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 figure skating, hockey, and recreational skating.
Recommend skater advancement through programs offered at The Rinks facilities.
Maintain accurate records.
Perform other duties as assigned.