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

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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.