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Mission: To be a place where the everyday becomes extraordinary - and the potential is unlimited. Where every experience can change you
Vision: We are the gathering place of Orange County
Values: Be Safe | Do the Right Thing | Be Generous | Include Everyone | Make it Easy | Be Bold
Job Title:
Junior Skating Instructor
Pay Details:
The starting hourly rate for this position is $21.00 per hour.
The Junior Skating Instructor assists teaching staff with skating or Off-Ice skills in groups, supports company or facility events, and promotes The Rinks and Great Park Ice while embodying the company’s values and mission.
Responsibilities
- Assist with instruction of group classes in various formats, including our Learn-to-Skate Program, Off-Ice Program, Roller Skate Program, Home School Program, community classes, facility and company-sponsored events, figure skating camps, etc.
- Follow the facility’s Learn-to-Skate curriculum (based on U.S. Figure Skating’s “Learn to Skate USA” model), Roller Skating Curriculum, and/or Off-Ice Curriculum, and agree to attend Powerplays sessions if assisting Academy, LTS, Roller, Off-Ice, or other Group Classes
- Assist in the production and promotion of facility shows and competitions
- Provide positive, constructive feedback when evaluating skaters/participants
- Maintain a professional and ethical approach to a growing clientele
- Always maintain professional communication with Parents, Skaters, other Coaches, Operations staff, and Management
- Meet all company standards and comply with instructor guidelines and requirements, including:
- For On-Ice: U.S. Figure Skating / LTS USA Skating Instructor Membership/Compliance and Code of Ethics for U.S. Figure Skating and Professional Skaters Association
- For Roller: USA Roller Sports Coach Membership
- Interact with customers in a welcoming and professional manner while promoting The Rinks values
- Communicate facility and company program information to guests and support the company’s pursuit of excellence in all areas of figure skating, hockey, and recreational skating
- Assist Skating Instructors in providing recommendations for skater advancement through the programs offered in The Rinks facilities
- Perform other duties as assigned
Skills
- Minimum 16 years of age
- Experience in the sport of figure skating, roller skating, or off-ice discipline, including competitive history, show experience, and/or coaching experience
- Comprehensive knowledge of the discipline of choice:
- For Ice Skating: U.S. Figure Skating, Learn-to-Skate USA, and the Professional Skaters Association
- For Roller Skating: USA Roller Sports (USARS)
- Actively pursuing educational opportunities within the sport
- For Junior Skating Instructors assisting with On-Ice classes (does not teach private lessons): Has current LTS USA Instructor Membership and completed all requirements
- For LTS, Junior Skating Associates must have completed a Learn-To-Skate USA Workshop within a set time frame (to be discussed at the time of hire)
- Present a consistent professional, motivating, and enthusiastic teaching style and be able to direct a class efficiently using time management skills
- Passion for growing the sport of figure skating, roller skating, or Off-Ice (i.e., Ballet, Strength & Conditioning) discipline and involved in the growth of the sport
- Is a service-minded self-starter who is highly motivated and possesses characteristics of energy, enthusiasm, assertiveness, drive, and a sense of fun
- Must possess outstanding interpersonal and communication (verbal & written) skills, including enjoying interacting with guests and creating a welcoming environment for skaters
- Able to maintain accurate records
- Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals with varied personalities and at different levels
- High School Diploma/GED preferred but not required
- Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, early mornings/evenings
- Able to communicate The Rinks vision and commitment to quality service, products, and entertainment
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Education - Less Than High School
Certifications Required – Learn to Skate USA Instructor Membership
Experience Required - 0-1 Year
This position is on-site.
Company:
The Rinks Foundation
Our Commitment:
We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. We are firm believers that diversity and inclusion among our team members are critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
Thanks for your interest in becoming part of OCVIBE!
