Chicago, IL, 60684, USA
3 days ago
Figure Skating Instructor - Morgan Park Sports Center
Job Title: Figure Skating Instructor Reports To: Figure Skating Coordinator ASM, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities has an excellent and immediate opening for a Figure Skating Instructor at the Morgan Park Sports Center. The Figure Skating Instructor is responsible for assisting and/or running skating lessons at the Morgan Park Sports Center. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Include the following - other duties may be assigned. + Provide instruction to youth (ages 3 and up) and adults + Demonstrate proper use of equipment, techniques and methods of proper movement to achieve proficiency in sport + Explain and enforce safety, rules and regulations + Keep records and help coordinate events Instructor is also responsible for keeping management and parents informed of activities and problems as they arise. RESPONSIBILITES Position requires ability to: + Arrive prepared and on time + Record attendance each day of class + Instruct students in elements of class level. Making sure to devote time to each element in the level, so students feel prepared for their evaluation + Evaluate students on testing day, and complete forms required by program + Once students are evaluated, input students level into the computer registration program + Encourage appropriate behavior of students. + Model appropriate behavior by + Respecting facilities, patrons and staff + Not speaking negatively about patrons, other instructors or volunteers. + Using appropriate language in coaching, and in conversations with patrons. + Dressing appropriately and having a clean and tidy appearance. + Attend at least one continuing education seminar (in any skating discipline) per year + Attend all Figure Skating Staff meetings as organized by Skating Coordinator + Aid the Skating Coordinator in duties assigned or delegated + Notify Skating Coordinator and management regarding absences, and find staff to substitute for you EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE + 3+ years previous coaching experience preferred + 5+ years competitive skating experience preferred + Knowledge of the U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills program + Knowledge of generally accepted coaching techniques + Skill in organizing large groups of skaters (youth or mixed ages) + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other instructors and management + Must like working with children + Reliable and responsible, with maturity and sound judgment + Energy, assertiveness, innovation, creativity, and willingness to try new approaches and techniques QUALIFICATIONS Must have passed USFS Freeskate 6, or equivalent, must (can still be a full member of U.S. Figure Skating via their home club). Required to become SafeSport compliant within 3 months of start date. To Apply: Only candidates that apply through our online system will be considered. Applicants that need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process may contact: 312-235-7148 Recruiter: Maggie Szot Contact: (312)-235-7148 Soldier Field – ASM Global 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605 ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
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