Ice Arena Skating Instructor - Ice Arena

Bowling Green State University•Main Campus (BG), OH

About The Position

The Ice Arena Skating Instructor provides high-quality skating instruction on and off the ice to participants of all ages and skill levels at the Slater Family Ice Arena. Instruction follows curricula from Learn to Skate USA, US Figure Skating, USA Hockey, and ISI. The instructor creates a fun and safe learning environment, evaluates skaters, communicates with families about progress, and helps educate them about local skating and hockey organizations. The position works under the direction of the Slater Family Ice Arena Hockey and Student Programming Coordinator and/or the Assistant Director of Programming. Applicants must submit a resume detailing their skating experience. Bowling Green State University is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.

Requirements

  • Proficient knowledge of basic levels and disciplines within Learn to Skate USA, US Figure Skating, USA Hockey, or ISI.
  • Significant figure skating or ice hockey background.
  • Must obtain required industry-standard membership, certification, and/or other coaching or instruction requirements.
  • Submit a resume with skating experience.

Nice To Haves

  • Knowledge of advanced skill levels within Learn to Skate USA, US Figure Skating, USA Hockey, or ISI.
  • Prior skating instruction experience.

Responsibilities

  • Provide a fun and safe learning environment for all participants.
  • Instruct participants in basic to advanced ice skating, figure skating, and hockey skills.
  • Follow lesson plans and curricula for assigned classes from Learn to Skate USA, US Figure Skating, USA Hockey, or ISI.
  • Continuously evaluate skaters and complete required evaluation documentation for each assigned student.
  • Maintain required industry-standard memberships, certifications, and other coaching or instruction qualifications.
  • Adhere to professional codes of conduct set by PSA, USFS, USA Hockey, and ISI.
  • Participate in scheduled instructor meetings.
  • Communicate with parents about skater progress.
  • Explain local skating and hockey organizations to skating families.
  • Be prepared and dressed appropriately for classes 15 minutes before the first class.
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