Private Skate Instructor

POSITION TITLE:

Private Skate Instructor (Hourly)

REQUISITION #: req
8522

DEPARTMENT:
Recreation

LOCATION:

EPIC INDOOR POOL/ ICE RINK

BENEFIT CATEGORY:
Variable Hourly Hourly Employee Benefit

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Part-Time Hourly

FLSA STATUS:
Non-Exempt

HOURLY RATE: $45.00 - 75.00 per hour (based on relevant experience)

SELECTION PROCESS:
Final date to receive applications is 3:00 p.m. MT on 7/22/2026. The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager.

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Post-Offer Requirements

* Background check (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position)

While the City of Fort Collins offers many remote and/or hybrid positions, all remote or hybrid work must be performed in the state of Colorado.

At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role.

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Job Summary:

Teaches private skate lessons at the level of their Professional Skater's Association (P.S.A.) or equivalent instructor's rating.

Essential Job Functions:

Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor does the list include all tasks, which may be expected to be completed.

* Enforces ice skating rules and regulations necessary for the safety of skating patrons.

* Reports all exceptional occurrences to the supervisor.

* Cleans and maintains Skate Instructor's locker room.

* Attends scheduled Pro Staff meetings.

* Required to maintain necessary logs and records relating to the teaching of Ice Skating.

* Maintains a P.S.A. or equivalent rating for ice skating instruction.

* Conducts annual goal meetings with parent/guardian of the skater.

* Performs any other related or similar duties as assigned.

* Abide by the employees rules of conduct and performance, stated in the City of Fort Collins Employee Manual along with specific ethics standards for an Ice Skating Instructor set by the Professional Skaters Association, P.S.A. or equivalent and EPIC.

Supervision Received:

Works under the direct supervision of the Ice Coordinator

Supervision Exercised:

None.

City Competencies

* Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.

* Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.

* A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.

* A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.

Minimum Qualification / Job Standards:

Education and experience required

* Must be at least 18 years of age. High School Diploma or GED

* Must attain Professional First Aid and Professional CPR certificates within the first 2 months of employment.

* Must acquire a P.S.A. or equivalent rating in the appropriate field(s) within the first 18 months of employment to teach past a Pre-Juvenile/Pre-Bronze level.

* Has ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, subordinates and the general public.

* Effective communication skills with all ages.

* Minimum 6 months in the EPIC Coaches Mentorship Program.

* Stooping, bending and lifting up to forty pounds required.

* Advance ice skating ability required.

* Minimum of 2 years as a Group Skate Instructor or equivalence in experience.

* Thorough knowledge of the sport of figure skating.

* Must commit to working our Learn to Skate Program in addition to Private Lesson Coaching

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work Environment: Work is performed in several environments as follows:
1) skating on an ice arena surface;
2) standing and moving about in a cold environment;
3) traveling to a variety of City locations;
4) sitting for extended periods of time while attending meetings;
5) some in-state travel.

Physical Demands: Work will require the following:
1) regular standing, walking and ice skating;
2) bending,…