Skating Instructor

South Suburban Parks and Recreation; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to fostering healthy living through recreational services! As a Skating Instructor, you'll have the opportunity to share your passion for ice skating while teaching participants of all ages and skill levels. This role involves developing engaging lesson plans, ensuring a safe environment, and evaluating student progress. With a commitment to employee growth and development, this position offers a supportive atmosphere where you can thrive. Enjoy perks like free access to fitness centers and opportunities for training and promotion. If you're ready to inspire others and make a difference in your community, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Free use of District fitness centers and swimming pools

Discounts on recreation classes and golf

Paid sick leave

Opportunities for training and promotion from within

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of previous experience providing ice skate instruction.
• Current CPR/AED & First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct specialty skating in Learn to Skate classes.
• Keep accurate attendance records and develop lesson plans.
• Evaluate and assess skill level and progress of participants.

Skills

Knowledge of ice skating techniques

Effective communication skills

Ability to provide a safe class environment

Responsible judgment in public interactions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Skating Instructor - Learn to Skate and/or Specialty

This is an ongoing recruitment process, with no specific closing date. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis.

Part-Time

$20.85 - $29.25 per hour

Do you have a passion for ice skating? If you answered YES, then this is the opportunity for you! The Skating Instructor is responsible for instructing specialty skating in Learn to Skate classes. The position will keep accurate attendance records, develop lesson plans, and evaluate and assess the skill level and progress of all participants. The job may require shifts ranging from morning to evening hours.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Knowledge of equipment, facilities, operations, and techniques used to teach ice skating lessons.
• Knowledge of USFS Moves in the Field, Freestyle, Ice Dance, and Pairs guidelines.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral, with patrons and participants.
• Provide a safe class environment for all students.
• Ability to work with employees and the public, exercising responsible judgment as outlined in the PSA by-laws.

Minimum Qualifications

Learn to Skate Instructor

• Must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of previous experience providing ice skate instruction.
• Current membership in the PSA and the USFS and/or the ISI.
• Must have passed the USFS 2nd and/or Juvenile Freestyle tests, or the equivalent ISU test, or the ISI Figure 3 and/or Freestyle 5, or USFS Bronze Dance or Juvenile Pair test.
• Current CPR/AED & First Aid certification or the ability to obtain within 60 days of employment.
• Concussion recognition training is required prior to employment and must be renewed annually.

Specialty Skating Instructor

• Must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of previous experience providing ice skate instruction.
• Current membership in the PSA and the USFS and/or the ISI.
• Must have passed the Junior Freestyle test or higher, or the equivalent ISU test.
• After two years, must successfully obtain a PSA rating in their respective field.
• Current AED/CPR and First Aid certification or the ability to obtain within 60 days of employment.
• Concussion recognition training is required prior to employment and must be renewed annually.

The above job description covers the main duties of this position. Additional responsibilities may be required to meet ongoing departmental needs.

Employee Benefits & Perks at South Suburban

• Free use of District fitness centers and swimming pools
• Discounts on recreation classes and golf (applicable to employees working 14+ hours/week)
• Paid sick leave
• Opportunities for training and promotion from within

Our mission is to foster healthy living through stewardship of the environment, parks, trails, and open space by providing recreational services and programs.

We serve residents in Bow Mar, Columbine Valley, Centennial west of I-25, Littleton, Lone Tree, and Sheridan, as well as unincorporated portions of Douglas, Jefferson, and Arapahoe counties. We operate four full-service recreation centers, golf courses, outdoor pools and restaurants, two ice centers, miniature golf courses, a botanical garden event center, BMX track, sports dome, batting cages, entertainment center, hotel, and a nature center. We maintain nearly 3,800 acres of developed and open space land, including 119 multi-purpose athletic fields, over 100 parks, nearly 80 miles of trails, 60 playgrounds, 56 tennis courts, and the 880-acre South Platte Park.