Job Details

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Job Title:
Strength & Conditioning Instructor

Pay Details:
The starting hourly rate for this position is $40.00 per hour.

This position is responsible for teaching Off-Ice Strength and Conditioning in groups, supporting company or facility events, and promoting Great Park Ice & The Rinks while embodying the company's values and mission.

Responsibilities

• Teach group-format Strength & Conditioning (S&C) classes in various styles, including our Academy Program, Learn-to-Skate Program, Home School Program, community classes, facility and company-sponsored events, figure skating camps, etc.
• Assist and work with the GPI Off-Ice Lead in the design, structure, developmental progression, and curriculum of S&C classes
• Work with Scot Prohaska, lessee of the dryland training area, and the GPI Off-Ice Lead as needed
• Follow the facility's Academy curriculum
• Attend PowerPlay sessions
• Maintain a professional approach with a growing clientele
• Provide positive, constructive feedback when evaluating skaters and other clients of Great Park Ice & the Rinks
• Must strictly maintain professional communication at all times with parents, skaters, other coaches, operations staff, and management
• Meet all company standards and comply with instructor guidelines and requirements, including SafeSport, Insurance, NCSI Background Check (as implemented by U.S. Figure Skating), and abiding by the Code of Ethics for U.S. Figure Skating and Professional Skaters Association
• Warmly and professionally interact with customers while promoting Great Park Ice & 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, dance, hockey, and recreational skating
• Provide recommendations for individual advancement through the programs offered in Great Park Ice & The Rinks facilities
• Other duties as assigned

• Experience in the Strength & Conditioning/Sports Science industry, including personal competitive history, professional experience, and coaching experience
• Working knowledge of U.S. Figure Skating, Learn to Skate USA, Professional Skaters Association, ISU and IJS preferred
• Have SafeSport Compliance, NCSI Background Check, and Liability Insurance
• Present a professional, motivating, and enthusiastic teaching style
• Direct a class efficiently using time management skills
• Maintain accurate records
• Passionate about growing the sport of figure skating and involved in its growth
• Must possess outstanding interpersonal and communication (verbal & written) skills, including enjoying interacting with guests and creating a welcoming environment for skaters
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals with varied personalities and at different levels
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and early morning and evenings as needed
• Able to communicate Great Park Ice & The Rinks vision and commitment to quality service, products, and entertainment
• Is a service-minded, self-starter who is highly motivated and has energy, enthusiasm, assertiveness, drive, and a sense of fun
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment