Skating Instructor

Oakland Ice Center • Oakland, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

To teach the technical aspect of skating and to ensure that ice skating in the Sharks Ice Facilities is enjoyable and rewarding for all.

Requirements

• Must be able to wear SSE assigned uniform during all shifts
• Ability to work various shifts, weekends, possibly holidays, and late nights.
• Posses 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, adults and has a 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 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 expectation. Classes should be fun friendly and organized.
• Keep skaters active and vary maneuvers.
• Ensure all students receive equal amount 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 keep students and parents informed of test sessions
• Assist with rental skates, 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 building.
• Must be available/flexible to work all class lesson days and times.
• To maintain instructor status, the minimum of two weekdays starting at 5:15 pm or one weekday starting at 5:15 pm and Saturday 9:45 am
• Perform additional duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401k (pre-tax and Roth options)
• Complimentary or discounted sports and event tickets
• $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 when working
• Spot Pet Insurance
• Free Barracuda tickets
• 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
• Education Level: No Education Listed