Skating School Lead

OC Sports & Entertainment • Yorba Linda, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Skating School Lead at The Rinks Foundation is responsible for programming, promoting, and administering comprehensive figure skating programs, including group and private lessons, shows, camps, and competitions. The role oversees skating school instructors and guest instructors, maintains program records, manages operating budgets, and leads the development of on-ice and roller-skating programs at the assigned facility. The position includes 10–15 hours of weekly instruction in on-ice or roller programs and requires an on-site presence.

Requirements

• Three to five years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience and background in figure skating, on ice and/or roller.
• For roller skating, a USARS Coach Membership is mandatory.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and early mornings or late evenings.
• Comprehensive knowledge of applicable skating organizations and safety requirements: for on-ice skating, US Figure Skating, Learn to Skate USA, U.S. Center for SafeSport, USOPC, and WADA; for roller skating, USARS, World Skate, U.S. Center for SafeSport, USOPC, and WADA.
• Strong knowledge of boots, blades, equipment, and skating apparel.

Nice To Haves

• For on-ice skating, ratings through the Professional Skaters Association and/or an equivalent U.S. Figure Skating qualification are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Train, communicate with, vet, and schedule on-ice and/or roller skating school instructors; review instructor roster contractual and payroll issues with HR.
• Assist the Facility General Manager, Manager, Director of Skating, and HR with selecting, hiring, and disciplining instructors.
• Maintain accurate statistical and financial records for skating school and freestyle operations, including class attendance, private lessons, re-enrollment, teaching time, labor costs, registrations, coach check-ins, and rule compliance.
• Forecast and manage operating budgets for skating school programs, camps, shows, freestyle sessions, and events, including labor, administration, projected revenue, and marketing expenses.
• Take primary responsibility for class scheduling, curriculum, and instructional coverage.
• Organize, promote, and produce shows, competitions, and camps.
• Oversee skating staff and guest instructors, including annual coach compliance and professional fees.
• Provide 10–15 hours of weekly instruction in on-ice or roller in-house programs.
• Evaluate instructor performance and ensure instruction is delivered in a non-threatening, non-discriminatory manner.
• Support students’ advancement in skating skills, including testing and approval of progression stages.
• Maintain a safe skating environment.
• Communicate effectively and promptly with customers, parents, and students.
• Organize and promote skating programs, shows, camps, seminars, competitions, and test sessions in cooperation with facility-approved skating clubs or associations.
• Work with Marketing and Programming Managers on promotional materials for skating programs and coordinate the master ice schedule.
• Grow and develop Learn to Skate, Roller Figure Skating, and Academy Skating Class programs through marketing, promotion, strategic planning, and implementation.
• Coordinate with other managers and supervisors to maintain communication between the Figure Skating Department and rink operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level