Junior Instructor

FMC Ice Sports; Gardner (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

FMC Ice Sports in Massachusetts is seeking Junior Instructors to support Learn to Skate, Learn to Play, and figure skating programs under the supervision of program Supervisors. You will help groups, assist lessons, and deliver safe, enjoyable ice activities for children and adults.

Most programs run in the afternoons, evenings, and on weekends. A skating proficiency is required; ISI Freestyle 3 or USFS Freeskate 3 is preferred for older skaters. You must be 16 or older to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be able to ice skate proficiently.
• Experience teaching or assisting skating classes preferred.
• Must be 16 years of age to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist Learn to Skate, Learn to Play, and figure skating programs under supervision.
• Interact with children and adults and support program hours.
• Enforce rink policies and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and complete assigned tasks.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Skating proficiency

Safety awareness

Education

Age 16+

Job description

Description

Facility Management Corporation, known as “FMC Ice Sports,” was formed in 1992 to deliver high quality ice sport facility management and operations, as well as ice-based programs that benefit our communities and promote interest in both hockey and skating. We have established a record of quality operations and have grown to be the largest operator of public arenas in the United States. FMC operates 25 public ice-skating arenas across the state of Massachusetts in long-term partnership agreements with the Commonwealth and various municipalities as well as educational institutions.

FMC is looking for Junior Instructors to work under the general supervision of each program's Supervisor and assist Lead Instructors. This position assists groups and related lessons and/or program hours for FMC learn to skate, learn to play, and/or, figure skating programs. General responsibilities will include interacting with children and adults, and performing various customer experienced related duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Effectively uses customer service skills to control customer interactions.
• Educates the public to the habits and attitudes of safe ice activities.
• Enforcement of all rules regarding rink policies and operating procedures.
• Executes policies and procedures professionally and accurately.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for patrons and staff.
• Responsible for completing all tasks assigned by the Program Supervisor or Instructor in a timely fashion.
• Attends scheduled staff meetings.
• Performs any other related or similar duty as assigned.

This is a part-time position. Most FMC programs are held in the afternoon, evenings, and on weekends. Dates and time for programs may vary.

Requirements

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Previous experience assisting or teaching skating classes is preferred.
• Applicants must be able to ice skate proficiently. Figure skaters should have achieved and passed ISI Freestyle 3 or USFS Freeskate 3. Hockey players should have participated in multiple years of formal league play.
• Must be 16 years of age to apply.

Compensation: Pay based on experience and industry-related qualifications. Training rate $16-20 per hour based on instructor level. Base pay range upon completion of training $18-22 per hour for instructor-related work. Pay rate for non-instructor related work is $16 per hour.

FMC Ice Sports is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All offers are contingent upon passing a thorough background check including a CORI, SORI and National Criminal History Background check.