Skating School Lead

The Rinks; Yorba Linda (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rinks in Yorba Linda, CA is seeking a Skating School Lead to manage on-ice and roller-skating programs, schedules, and staff. You will oversee instructors, curriculum, and shows while coordinating with HR and leadership to ensure high-quality experiences for students and families.

This on-site role requires a Bachelor’s degree, relevant certifications, and 3–5 years in skating program leadership. The position entails weekend and early morning commitments to support events and lessons.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required and related experience.
• Senior or Master ratings in group instruction or program director for On Ice; Roller coaching certification.
• 3–5 years’ experience in skating programs; on-site role.

Responsibilities

• Train, communicate, vet, and schedule instructors; review payroll issues with HR.
• Assist with hiring and disciplining instructors with GM, Manager, Director, HR.
• Maintain records of attendance, private lessons, registrations, and costs for skating programs.
• Forecast and manage budgets for skating programs, camps, shows, and events.
• Lead class scheduling, curriculum, and instructional coverage.
• Organize, promote, and produce shows, competitions, and camps.
• Oversee staff and guest instructors, including compliance and fees.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Scheduling

Budget management

Event production

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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.

Thanks for your interest in working on our team!

A skate on every foot, a hockey jersey on every back!

Job Title:

Skating School Lead

Pay Details:

The starting hourly rate for this position is $27.00 per hour.

Responsibilities

Program Administration

• Responsible for, training, communicating, vetting, and scheduling On Ice and/or Roller Skate School Instructors; review contractual and payroll issues, in conjunction with HR, associated with the instructor roster
• Assist with selecting, hiring and disciplining On-Ice and/or Roller Skate School Instructors with Facility General Manager, Manager, Director of Skating and HR
• Maintain accurate records of statistical and financial information for On Ice and/or Roller-Skating School business (attendance per class, number of private lessons taught weekly, re-enrollment, teaching time, and labor costs) and freestyle business (registrations, coach check ins, rule compliance, etc.)
• Forecast & manage operations budget for On Ice- and Roller-Skating School programs, camps, shows, freestyles, & events, including labor costs, administration costs, projected revenue, marketing expenses, etc.
• Assume primary responsibility for class scheduling, curriculum and instructional coverage
• Organize, promote, and produce shows, competitions, and camps
• Oversee Skating Staff and Guest Instructors, including annual coach compliance and pro fees

On-Ice / Roller Program Leadership

• Spend 10-15 hours each week in On Ice or Roller instruction for in house programs
• Evaluate general instructor performance, ensuring that each instructor provides instruction in a non-threatening, non-discriminatory manner
• Ensure advancement in skating skills for all students including testing and approval on progression stages
• Maintain safe skating environment
• Communicate effectively/promptly with customers, parents and students

Marketing/Liaison

• Organize and promote On Ice and/or Roller-Skating Programs, shows, camps, seminars, competitions, and test sessions in cooperation with facility-approved Skating Club (USFS) and/or Association (USARS)
• Work cooperatively with the Marketing and programming Managers on promotional materials on ice skating related programs, as well as coordination of the master ice schedule
• Work on growing and developing the Learn To Skate, Roller Figure Skating, and Academy Skating Class programs at assigned Facility, including marketing, promotion, strategic planning and implementation
• Interact with other Managers and supervisors to ensure open lines of communication between the Figure Skating Department and rink operations
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• On Ice: Comprehensive knowledge in US Figure Skating (USFS), Learn to Skate USA (LTS USA), U.S. Center for SafeSport, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC), World Anti-Doping Association (WADA)
• Roller: Comprehensive knowledge in USA Roller Sports (USARS), World Skate (WS), U.S. Center for SafeSport, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC), World Anti-Doping Association (WADA)
• On Ice: Hold ratings through the Professional Skaters Association and/or U.S. Figure Skating equivalent(preferred)
• Roller: Hold USARS Coach Membership (mandatory)
• Experience and background in the sport of figure skating (On Ice and/or Roller)
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
• Strong knowledge of boots, blades, equipment, and skating apparel
• Excellent Customer Service, interpersonal, leadership and organizational skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and early mornings/late evenings

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Education - Bachelor's Degree

Certifications Required – On Ice: Senior or Master rated in Group Instruction or Master Rated Program Director thru Professional Skaters Association and/or U.S. Figure Skating equivalent. Roller: USARS Coaching Certification. World Skate (WS) Certification.

Experience Required - 3-5 Year's

This position is on-site.

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