Skating Instructor
About The Position
The Skating Instructor teaches skating skills in group settings, supports company or facility events, and promotes The Rinks while embodying the company’s values and mission. The role teaches programs such as Learn-to-Skate, homeschool and community classes, figure skating camps, and other facility- or company-sponsored events. Instructors follow the facility’s Learn-to-Skate curriculum, based on U.S. Figure Skating’s Learn to Skate USA model, and attend PowerPlay sessions when teaching Learn-to-Skate or other group classes. The position is on-site and requires a flexible schedule, including weekends and early mornings or evenings.
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.
- Consistent, professional, motivating, and enthusiastic teaching style; ability to direct a class efficiently and manage time.
- Passion for growing figure skating and involvement in the sport’s growth.
- Service-minded, self-starting, highly motivated approach, with energy, enthusiasm, assertiveness, drive, and a sense of fun.
- Outstanding interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills, including enjoyment of guest interaction and creating a welcoming environment for skaters.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people with varied personalities and at different levels.
- Ability to maintain accurate records.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and early mornings or evenings.
- Ability to 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, homeschool 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.
- Assist with producing and promoting facility shows and competitions.
- Provide skaters with positive, constructive feedback when evaluating them.
- Maintain a professional and ethical approach with a growing clientele.
- Meet company standards and comply with instructor guidelines.
- Interact with customers in a welcoming, professional manner while promoting The Rinks’ values.
- Communicate facility and company program information to guests and support excellence in figure skating, hockey, and recreational skating.
- Recommend skater advancement through programs offered at The Rinks facilities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
