Skating Instructor

SHARKS SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT

SAP Center •Tech CU Arena •Sharks Ice

Skating Instructor Job Description

Title: Skating Instructor

Department: Skating

Reports to: Candy Goodson

Primary job location: Oakland Ice Center- Sharks Ice

FLSA and FTE status: Non-exempt and part time

Salary range or grade: $22.50/hour

Date created: January 2022

Position Summary:

To teach the technical aspect of skating and to ensure that ice skating in the Sharks Ice Facilities is enjoyable and rewarding for all.

Shift Information:

• You must be available to work 2/3rds of the scheduled events for each month including weekends and some holidays.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare and keep class attendance records up to date.

• Be familiar with all maneuvers taught at each level of Solar4America Ice curriculum.
• Be familiar with all maneuvers taught at each level of the ISI program.
• Decide which maneuvers to be taught and reviewed.
• Be prompt and on time for assignment.
• Assist with class lesson set up including getting out teaching aids.

• Meet and exceed customer expectation. Classes should be fun friendly and organized.
• Keep skaters active and vary maneuvers.
• Ensure all students receive equal amount of instruction.
• Supervise and play games with music during practice times.
• Develop social skills

• Meet with parents and discuss students progress
• Keep students and parents informed of skating competitions and activities.
• Promote ISI testing keep students and parents informed of test sessions
• Assist with rental skates, check new students for proper fit of skates.
• Assist all facility personnel during peak hours and special events.

• Prepare and turn in payroll sheets on time.
• Prepare class certificates and progress reports
• Recommend class level for re-enrollment.
• Encourage new enrollment and promote re-enrollment.
• Keep up to date with the latest skating rules and trends.

• Promote Pro Shop.
• Follow all rink rules, policies and procedures.
• Know emergency procedures for equipment and evacuation of building.
• Must be available/flexible to work all class lesson days and times.
• To maintain instructor status, the minimum of two weekdays starting at 5:15 pm or one weekday starting at 5:15 pm and Saturday 9:45 am

Qualifications:

• Must be able to wear SSE assigned uniform during all shifts
• Ability to work various shifts, weekends, possibly holidays, and late nights.
• Poss a record of high achievement as an ice skater or a coach in Figure Skating, Hockey, Speed Skating or Dance.
• Able to work well with youth, adults and has a positive relationships with customers.

• Good working knowledge of Ice Skating Institute programs and other skating clubs and organizations.
• Requires long periods of ice skating and standing on skates giving instruction.

What We Offer:

• $22.50/hour

• $200 employee referral bonus for each friend hired
• 30% discount in the Sharks Pro Shop
• Food and beverage discount at SAP Center, TechCU Arena, and Stanley's
• 4 free Barracuda tickets to each game
• Free ice skating at Sharks Ice (San Jose, Fremont, and Oakland)
• Free employee parking

• Fun environment

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

Here at Team Teal, we recognize and celebrate that individuals come with a wealth of experience and talent well beyond any list of required skills and qualifications- in fact, we believe diversity of backgrounds and skills, combined with passion, are the most important keys to meaningful innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

Sharks Sports and Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), physical or mental disability, military service or veterans' status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

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