Skating Instructor

Overview

Title: Skating Instructor

Position Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Company: Sharks Sports and Entertainment, LLC

Location: Oakland Ice Center

Reports To: Skating Manager

Posting Dated: September 2025

Pay Range: $22.50 /hour

To teach the technical aspect of skating and to ensure that ice skating in the Sharks Ice Facilities is enjoyable and rewarding for all.

You must be available to work 2/3rds of the scheduled events for each month including weekends and some holidays.

• Prepare and keep class attendance records up to date.
• Be familiar with all maneuvers taught at each level of Solar4
  
  America Ice curriculum.
• Be familiar with all maneuvers taught at each level of the ISI program.
• Decide which maneuvers to be taught and reviewed.
• Be prompt and on time for assignment.
• Assist with class lesson set up including getting out teaching aids.
• Meet and exceed customer expectation. Classes should be fun, friendly and organized.
• Keep skaters active and vary maneuvers.
• Ensure all students receive equal amount of instruction.
• Supervise and play games with music during practice times.
• Develop social skills.
• Meet with parents and discuss students progress.
• Keep students and parents informed of skating competitions and activities.
• Promote ISI testing and keep students and parents informed of test sessions.
• Assist with rental skates, check new students for proper fit of skates.
• Assist all facility personnel during peak hours and special events.
• Prepare and turn in payroll sheets on time.
• Prepare class certificates and progress reports.
• Recommend class level for re-enrollment.
• Encourage new enrollment and promote re-enrollment.
• Keep up to date with the latest skating rules and trends.
• Promote Pro Shop.
• Follow all rink rules, policies and procedures.
• Know emergency procedures for equipment and evacuation of building.
• Must be available/flexible to work all class lesson days and times.
• To maintain instructor status, the minimum of two weekdays starting at 5:15 pm or one weekday starting at 5:15 pm and Saturday 9:45 am.

• Must be able to wear SSE assigned uniform during all shifts.
• Ability to work various shifts, weekends, possibly holidays, and late nights.
• Possess a record of high achievement as an ice skater or a coach in Figure Skating, Hockey, Speed Skating or Dance.
• Able to work well with youth, adults and have a positive relationship with customers.
• Good working knowledge of Ice Skating Institute programs and other skating clubs and organizations.
• Requires long periods of ice skating and standing on skates giving instruction.

• $200 employee referral bonus for each friend hired
• 30% discount in the Sharks Pro Shop
• Food and beverage discount at SAP Center, TechCU Arena, and Stanley's
• 4 free Barracuda tickets to each game
• Free ice skating at Sharks Ice (San Jose, Fremont, and Oakland)
• Fun environment

Born in 1991, Sharks Sports and Entertainment ("SSE") has grown into a multi-faceted organization that includes the SAP Center, the NHL San Jose Sharks, the AHL San Jose Barracuda, the Tech CU Arena, three Sharks Ice facilities, and the non-profit Sharks Foundation. Additionally, we are growing our organization through expansion in the Bay Area and surrounding communities in Northern California.

We work and play in the Bay Area, and are deeply influenced by the technology, innovation, diversity, and commitment to excellence that surrounds us. Our culture is transforming to reflect those values, with an eye towards a pioneering, forward-thinking, and inclusive environment in sports and entertainment.

We live, work, and innovate by a set of Pioneering Principles:

T - Team success is more important than individual success

E - Exceptional experience is non-negotiable in everything we do

A - Appreciate others for their diversity and opinions

M - More risk leads to more rewards and expands our comfort zones

T - Trust that all teammates have the best intentions

E - Empower all teammates to make informed decisions

A - Always say what you really mean and do what you say

L - Lead by showing the respect to others you expect from them

We strive to unite people through a shared love of ice sports, entertainment, and our hometown. We are #Teal Together.

Here at Team Teal, we recognize and celebrate that individuals come with a wealth of experience and talent well beyond any list of required skills and qualifications - in fact, we believe diversity of backgrounds and skills, combined with passion, are the most important keys to meaningful innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

Sharks Sports and Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender…