SKATING INSTRUCTOR

HOMEWOOD-FLOSSMOOR PARK DISTRICT•Flossmoor, IL

3d•$15 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

The part-time Skating Instructor plans, organizes, and leads group skating classes in accordance with ISI/USFS standards under the direction and supervision of the Skating Coordinator, Ice Arena Manager, or Ice Arena Assistant Manager. The instructor contributes to all aspects of the Skating School, including competitions, ice shows, testing, and special events. The role supports the H-F Park District’s mission to enhance quality of life through diverse and inclusive recreational opportunities, facilities, and parks while caring for the environment.

Requirements

Be at least 16 years of age.
Be a member of the Professional Skaters Association (PSA).
Have good knowledge of the Basic Skills skating instruction program.
Be CPR/First Aid certified.
Be able to communicate tactfully and diplomatically with the public.
Be able to instruct classes.
Be knowledgeable, creative, and innovative in the field, and current on teaching techniques.
Be able to skate on ice.
Have sufficient verbal communication ability to communicate needs and vision sufficient to complete job tasks.

Responsibilities

Provide friendly, responsive, courteous, and helpful customer service to internal and external guests.
Teach assigned group lessons in an enthusiastic and organized manner.
Distribute flyers and other rink information to program participants.
Maintain weekly class attendance sheets.
Communicate students’ progress to parents and promote rink activities.
Attend scheduled staff meetings.
Arrange substitutes for classes the instructor cannot teach and notify the Skating Coordinator.
Follow rink policies and registration procedures.
Answer parents’ questions about students.
Participate in Skating School special events, ice shows, competitions, test sessions, and other events as assigned by the Skating Coordinator.
Follow policies and procedures in the Safety Manual.
Perform other assigned or related duties.

Benefits

Discounted individual fitness membership at Racquet Fitness Center
Discounted golf fees and driving range tokens at Coyote Run
Individual admission to open skate at H-F Ice Arena
Individual Lions pool pass
20% off one facility rental per year
20% off birthday party packages for children
20% off program fees
Irons Oaks ropes course and climbing tower
Individual ski rental at Irons Oaks for cross-country skiing
457 retirement plan
Participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund if the required minimum hours are met (more than 1,000 hours in a year)
Paid CPR/AED training and certification
Paid leave time off