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Job Title: Figure Skating Instructor
Reports To: Figure Skating Coordinator
Legends Global, 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
- Provide instruction to youth (ages 3 and up) and adults.
- Demonstrate proper use of equipment, techniques, and movement methods to help students achieve proficiency in the sport.
- Explain and enforce safety guidelines, rules, and regulations.
- Maintain accurate records and assist in coordinating events.
- Keep management and parents informed of activities, student progress, and any issues as they arise.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The position requires the ability to:
- Arrive prepared and on time for all classes and sessions.
- Record daily attendance for each class.
- Instruct students in all elements appropriate to their class level, ensuring each student receives sufficient practice to feel prepared for evaluation.
- Evaluate students on testing days and complete all required program forms.
- Input evaluated student levels into the computer registration system.
- Encourage and reinforce appropriate behavior among students.
- Model professional behavior by:
- Respecting facilities, patrons, and staff.
- Refraining from negative speech about patrons, instructors, or volunteers.
- Using professional and appropriate language in all coaching and patron interactions.
- Maintaining a clean, tidy, and professional appearance.
- Attend at least one continuing education seminar per year in any skating discipline.
- Attend all Figure Skating staff meetings as scheduled by the Skating Coordinator.
- Assist the Skating Coordinator with delegated duties.
- Notify the Skating Coordinator and management promptly regarding absences, and arrange for suitable substitutes when necessary.
- Complete other tasks as assigned.
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.
Hours: This position requires the ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays. Able to work specifically on Sundays.
HOURLY RATE: $18.50
BENEFITS
- Paid Leave Accrual
- Sick Time Accrual
- 401(k) once eligibility is met
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 – Legends Global
1410 S. Museum Campus Drive
Chicago, IL 60605
Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor
