Junior Skating Instructor

A great experience starts with you! The Rinks aims to provide a great experience for employees and guests alike! Join the team and become part of an industry-leading sports and entertainment organization. Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! Thanks for your interest in working on our team! A skate on every foot, a hockey jersey on every back! Job Title: Junior Skating Instructor Pay Details: The starting hourly rate for this position is $20.00 per hour. The Junior Skating Instructor is responsible for assisting teaching staff with skating or Off-Ice skills in groups, supporting company or facility events, and promoting 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 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. MR2026 The Rinks Development Program launched in 2009, and consists of seven local hockey and skating facilities throughout Southern California: six ice rinks - Anaheim Ice, Lakewood Ice, KHS Ice, Yorba Linda Ice, Poway Ice and Great Park Ice, as well as one inline facility - Irvine Inline. The Rinks offer a variety of hockey and skating programs for participants of all ages and ability levels. The Rinks is home to thousands of youth and adult hockey players as well as recreational skaters to competitive Olympic figure skaters. The Rinks organization is proud to be part of Anaheim Ducks & San Diego Gulls Hockey Clubs and Honda Center. For information about your personal information Company collects and how the Company uses, stores, shares, and otherwise manages your information, click here: