The Sports Facilities Companies
Location
Goleta, California
Salary
$17 - $30 / HOUR
Lead youth and adult ice sports programs including leagues, clinics, and private training for hockey, figure skating, or speed skating. Responsible for designing training programs, providing athlete feedback, and ensuring a safe environment.
Requires at least 2 years of experience teaching sports in youth programs and current CPR/First Aid certification. Preference is given to candidates with coaching licenses and familiarity with ISI, USFSA, or PSA programs.
The Ice Sports Instructor will lead the facility's youth (and some adult) sports offerings, including, but not limited to: Leagues, Developmental Classes, After-School/Home School programs, Clinics, Camps, Private/Semi-Private Trainings, Sports Performance Sessions, and Birthday Parties. The Ice Sports Instructor is responsible for instructing and developing athletes in various ice sports, such as hockey, figure skating, or speed skating. This role involves designing and implementing training programs, providing instruction and feedback, and fostering a positive and competitive environment for athletes. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: Teaching relevant skills, tactics, and techniques to a wide range of athletes, individuals and group Instruct and coach children while they engage in group and individual sports activities Prepare and lead a variety of activities that are age-appropriate Monitoring, evaluating, and enhancing athlete performance and needs Providing suitable feedback via positivity, encouragement, example, and motivation Demonstrating an activity clearly by breaking down the task or technique into a sequence Friendly and courteous with athletes, parents, and team members Identifying athlete strengths and areas for development Ensuring a safe environment for all athletes Actively recruit new skaters and lesson participants Prepare and sign all certificates and course record sheets Accurately evaluate placements of students for skating instruction Implementing the lesson plans in an accurate, creative, positive, and efficient fashion Maintain equipment and ensure its proper use Stay updated on current trends and best practices on coach training All additional duties assigned by management THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: Coaching licenses (or active pursuit of) Familiarity with ISI and USFSA skating programs Member in good standing with PSA
At least 2 years of appropriate teaching sport in youth programs for athletes of various aptitudes Ability to adapt coaching techniques to different skill levels of all age groups Model good behavior for campers as it relates to sportsmanship, manners, and respectfulness Neat in appearance and professional in manner Must have excellent interpersonal, problem solving and communication skills Must be a team player Must have excellent leadership and motivational skills Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, predominately after-school and weekends Must possess current CPR/FIRST AID certifications, or willingness to obtain within a specified period Passion for sports and athlete development WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to lift 50 pounds waist high Must be able to move or lift lightweight equipment Position requires standing and activity for extended periods of time (indoors or outdoors), squatting, stooping, jogging, or bending into awkward positions while performing job functions
Market context
In California, ice sports instruction roles can be competitive because programs often look for candidates who can teach safely, work with youth, and adapt to structured skating curricula. This position stands out for requiring youth sports teaching experience plus current CPR/First Aid, with coaching licenses and familiarity with ISI, USFSA, or PSA programs preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare them with the original posting and confirm your fit before applying.
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