Ice Centre Learn to Skate Instructor
Job location: Ice Centre
Position Type: Part-time
General Summary
Under the supervision of the Learn to Skate Director and the Ice Centre Office Supervisor, this position is responsible for the instruction of our Learn to Skate group lessons using the Learn to Skate USA curriculum.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for teaching the fundamentals of ice skating in a group setting to all ages and ability levels. Instruction must follow guidelines set by Learn to Skate USA.
- Instructors will keep accurate records of their classes, follow all rink protocols and talk to parents as needed.
- Instructors are responsible for keeping their classes moving and participating while maintaining the control and organization of the class in a safe manner.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
- Must be able to figure skate on ice.
- Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other instructors and the general public.
- Must have an excellent understanding and knowledge of the Learn to Skate USA curriculum and be able to demonstrate and provide effective exercises to assist the skaters with developing their skills for the different skating levels.
Work Environment/Physical Activities
- Must be able to work in cold temperatures and be familiar with an ice rink setting.
Education/Experience
- Must be at least 16 years old and some high school preferred.
- Must provide a current Learn to Skate USA annual instructor membership and pass any other certifications that are required annually through Learn to Skate USA or USFS.
- Must have passed minimum Pre-Juvenile FS, Pre-Bronze Dances or Adult Silver FS.
- Prior coaching experience preferred.
This job description may be amended from time to time and is established by Hyland Hills Park & Recreation District. The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to outline the basic requirements, duties, and general responsibilities of the position. This position is “at will”, which means the District may terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any or no reason, subject only to the requirements of Federal and State law. Similarly, the employee may terminate the employment relationship without notice at any time for any or no reason.
Skills Required
- Must be at least 16 years old
- Must be able to figure skate on ice
- Must understand and effectively teach the Learn to Skate USA curriculum
- Must provide a current Learn to Skate USA annual instructor membership
- Must pass any annually required Learn to Skate USA or USFS certifications
- Must have passed minimum Pre-Juvenile Freestyle, Pre-Bronze Dances, or Adult Silver Freestyle
- Must establish and maintain effective working relationships with instructors and the public
- Must be able to work in cold temperatures and an ice rink setting
- Some high school education
- Prior coaching experience
What We Do
Hyland Hills Park & Recreation District provides first-class parks, open spaces, facilities, and recreation programs that enrich and promote a healthy lifestyle, offering youth and adult seasonal sports leagues, camps, and programs.
