Skating/ Hockey Instructor

4 days ago

Calgary, Canada Rockland Park Homeowners Association Full time

**Contract Hockey/Skating Instructor**

**Company Overview**
The Rockland Park Homeowners Association (RPHOA) is a not-for-profit corporation responsible for managing, maintaining, and operating community amenities.

The RPHOA fosters a collaborative environment built on professionalism, teamwork, and respect. Every team member contributes valuable skills that help achieve the organization’s strategic goals. Safety and quality are top priorities, and employees are committed to consistently exceeding the expectations of Rockland Park residents.

**Position Summary**

The RPHOA is seeking an experienced **Skating Instructor** to lead classes in recreational skating and/or hockey skills development. This role involves teaching both group and individual sessions for a variety of ages and skill levels, helping participants build confidence and develop their abilities on the ice.

For the **Winter 2025 season**, the instructor will lead skating and hockey classes as follows:

- **Hockey Skills (Winter Session 1)**: Wednesdays, January 11 - February 21
- Ages 4-6: 5:00 - 5:45 PM
- Ages 7-11: 6:00 - 7:00 PM
- **Skating Lessons (Winter Session 2)**: Fridays, January 11 - February 21
- Ages 4-6: 5:00 - 5:45 PM
- Ages 7-11: 6:00 - 7:00 PM

**Key Responsibilities**

**Program Instruction**
- Lead engaging group and individual skating sessions, teaching general skating techniques and hockey fundamentals.
- Adapt instruction to accommodate varying skill levels and participant needs.

**Program Development**
- Develop and deliver structured lesson plans that are safe, enjoyable, and effective for each age group.
- Incorporate both skating and hockey skill development into sessions.

**Participant Support**
- Provide individualized guidance, encouragement, and feedback to foster progress and confidence.
- Build positive relationships with participants and families.

**Safety and Assessment**
- Monitor participant form and technique to promote safety and prevent injuries.
- Conduct assessments as needed to gauge skill progression.

**Professional Development**
- Stay current on skating instruction techniques and hockey coaching trends.
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities as appropriate.

**Qualifications & Requirements**
- Proven experience teaching skating, with knowledge of both recreational and hockey instruction.
- Strong communication and motivational skills.
- Ability to engage and inspire participants of all ages and skill levels.
- **CanSkate certification** or equivalent coaching qualification (preferred).
- **First Aid/CPR certification** (preferred).
- Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently.
- Successful completion of a **criminal record and vulnerable sector check**.

**Compensation**
- Class rate, commensurate with experience.

**To Apply**

Please include your **salary expectations** and **years of experience** in your cover letter.

**Job Type**: Seasonal
Contract length: 2 months

Pay: $15.00-$58.59 per hour

Work Location: In person

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