Skating Instructor

Rinks Development Program•Anaheim, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Skating Instructor teaches skating skills in group settings, supports company and facility events, and promotes The Rinks while reflecting the company’s values and mission. The role includes teaching a range of programs, including Learn-to-Skate, home-school and community classes, facility and company-sponsored events, and figure skating camps. Instructors follow the facility’s Learn-to-Skate curriculum, which is based on U.S. Figure Skating’s Learn to Skate USA model. This position is performed on-site and requires a flexible schedule that may include weekends and early mornings or evenings. The starting hourly rate is $33.00.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have experience in figure skating, including competitive history, show experience, and/or coaching experience.
Have comprehensive knowledge of U.S. Figure Skating, Learn to Skate USA, and the Professional Skaters Association.
Actively pursue education opportunities in 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: hold current Learn to Skate USA Instructor Membership or current USFS Coach Compliance and Membership.
For skating instructors who teach private lessons: hold current U.S. Figure Skating Coach Compliance.
Demonstrate a consistent, professional, motivating, and enthusiastic teaching style and efficiently direct classes 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 strong 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 who have varied personalities and work at different levels.
Maintain accurate records.
Work a flexible schedule, including weekends and early mornings or evenings.
Communicate The Rinks’ vision and commitment to quality service, products, and entertainment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Teach group classes in various formats, including Learn-to-Skate, home-school and community programs, facility and company-sponsored events, and figure skating camps.
Follow the facility’s Learn-to-Skate curriculum and attend PowerPlay sessions when teaching Learn-to-Skate or other group classes (Academy).
Assist with 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.
Perform other duties as assigned.