Job: Ice Skating Instructor

Job Description

Job Type: Part time, Hourly

Wage: $18-$28/hr.

Location: Leadville, CO.

Job Description:

The Ice-Skating Instructor is a seasonal part time position. This position is responsible for planning, organizing, and teaching the fundamentals of the sport. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of techniques, a strong ability to communicate effectively with participants, and a genuine passion for teaching and helping others improve their skills.

General Duties and Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

• Supervising 6 or more participants at a time
• Facilitates youth participants
• Provide instruction to learners of all skill levels, tailoring lessons to meet individual needs and goals
• Develop personalized lesson plans and training regimens to help participants improve skills, techniques, and overall performance.
• Create a positive and engaging learning environment that fosters skill development, confidence, and a love for the sport.
• Utilize effective teaching methods, drills, and feedback to enhance participants understanding of the sport.
• Supervise, motivate, and educate varying ages and abilities the basic skills and techniques of ice skating

Supervisory Responsibilities
Not applicable

Notice of Emergency/Disaster Responsibilities
All Lake County Employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker when a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of County Commissioners. To be prepared for this role, all employees and emergency service function (ESF) leads will attend emergency management trainings and exercises as requested by the Director of Emergency Management. With advanced notification from OEM, employees will make reasonable efforts to attend training events in coordination with other employees and supervisors.

Other Duties
Please note that this job description does not intend to cover or contain a full comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• Must be 18 or older
• Must have knowledge of the skills required for giving instruction
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate ice skating skills
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certification (training available)
• Experience working with children
• Knowledgeable about physical fitness, safety, injury, and equipment
• Patience, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude
• Preferred bilingual in English and Spanish
• Must pass a state and national background check

Physical Activity & Work Environment

• Must be able to conduct activities standing, walking, and sitting
• Conduct activities involving climbing, stooping, kneeling/bending, crawling, and reaching on a moderate basis
• Lift and carry burdens weighing up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis
• Work in a high-altitude environment

EOE Statement
Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Assistance or accommodation during the application process due to a disability is available upon request.

Lake County Benefits - Full-Time Employees

As a reflection of the value we place on the contributions of our employees, the County offers a competitive benefits package for full-time employees. Please review the 2024 Benefits Guide for full details. The Guide provides information on Lake County Government's benefit offerings, including:

• Employer-Sponsored Medical and Dental Insurance Plans
• 100% Employer Paid Vision Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Employer-Sponsored Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
• 401(a) and 457(b) Employer Matched Retirement Plans
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Days and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Public Health Emergency Leave
• Discounts on concerts, major sporting events, electronics, travel, cars and more!

Lake County Benefits - Part-Time Employees

Lake County is also proud to offer paid sick time off and flexible work schedules for our part-time employees.

EOE Statement

Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Assistance or accommodation during the application process due to a disability is available upon request.

Notice of Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be authorized to lawfully work for any employer in the United States. Lake County is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

Notice of Emergency/Disaster Responsibilities

All Lake County Employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker when a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of County Commissioners. To be prepared for this role, all employees and emergency service function (ESF) leads will attend emergency management trainings and exercises as requested by the Director of Emergency Management. With advanced notification from OEM, employees will make reasonable efforts to attend training events in coordination with other employees and supervisors.

Other Duties

Please note that this job description does not intend to cover or contain a full comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Expected Duration of the Application Process

Due to the nature of the application and selection process for Lake County full-time positions, applicants can reasonably expect the application process to take a significant amount of time to complete before a decision is made to hire or not to hire. Typically, it takes approximately four (4) to six (6) weeks from the date of application to complete the entire selection process. The length of time it takes to complete the process can vary depending on a variety of factors. Please note that this is an estimated duration of the selection process.

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.