Figure Skating Instructor- Summer Camp
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HOFFMAN ESTATES PARK DISTRICT 8038
Hoffman Estates, IL, US
Summary
The instructor will lead on-ice and off-ice activities, focusing on skating fundamentals and skill development for youth campers. They are also responsible for ensuring skater safety, managing group transitions, and maintaining a positive, supportive camp environment.
Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60169Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $15.00 - $18.00 HourlyThe Figure Skating Summer Camp Instructor provides engaging, age‑appropriate instruction and supervision in a fun and supportive camp environment. Instructors lead both on‑ice and off‑ice activities while helping skaters develop fundamental skills, confidence, and a love for figure skating.
Essential Duties & Requirements:
Lead on‑ice instruction focusing on skating fundamentals, edges, stroking, turns, basic jumps, spins, and performance skills appropriate to skater ability.
Supervise and participate in off‑ice activities, including warm‑ups, stretching, conditioning, games, and team‑building activities.
Assist with a weekly field trip to the local park district pool, ensuring skater safety, engagement, and positive behavior.
Adapt instruction to various ages, skill levels, and learning styles.
Encourage confidence, sportsmanship, teamwork, and respectful behavior on and off the ice.
Maintain a safe environment by enforcing equipment requirements and following rink, camp, and SafeSport guidelines.
Support daily camp operations including setup, group transitions, and schedule flow.
Interact professionally with campers, parents, and fellow staff as a positive representative of the program.
Professional Expectations:
Arrive on time, prepared, and appropriately dressed for on‑ice and off‑ice activities.
Model enthusiasm, professionalism, and a positive attitude.
Maintain required background checks, SafeSport training, and skating/coaching credentials as applicable.
Hours/Schedule:
Weekdays 8:30a-3:30pm
Schedule may vary based on enrollment
Pay Rate:
$15-$18 per hour
The Hoffman Estates Park District is a proactive equal-opportunity employer.
QualificationsQualifications:
Strong figure skating skills with the ability to demonstrate fundamentals clearly.
Prior coaching or instructional experience preferred, especially with youth athletes.
Ability to lead a group with confidence, positivity, and patience.
Must enjoy working with children and creating an encouraging learning environment.
Must be 16 years or older
CPR/AED certified preferred
We provide first class parks, facilities, programs and services. We are committed to providing the best recreation and leisure services to our community. We offer a championship 18 hole golf club with first class banquet facilities; two ice areas for hockey and figure skating; full service fitness facilities including indoor tennis, basketball, volleyball and racquetball indoor swimming facilities and an outdoor aquatic recreation facility. We offer high quality, licensed and accredited Child Care and Full Day Preschool in our Early Learning Center. Also see our programs for dance, theater, music, gymnastics, baseball, martial arts, camps, lacrosse, soccer.
Founded
1964
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Recreational Facilities
Org type
Government Agency
Headquarters
Hoffman Estates, IL
We provide first class parks, facilities, programs and services. We are committed to providing the best recreation and leisure services to our community. We offer a championship 18 hole golf club with first class banquet facilities; two ice areas for hockey and figure skating; full service fitness facilities including indoor tennis, basketball, volleyball and racquetball indoor swimming facilities and an outdoor aquatic recreation facility. We offer high quality, licensed and accredited Child Care and Full Day Preschool in our Early Learning Center. Also see our programs for dance, theater, music, gymnastics, baseball, martial arts, camps, lacrosse, soccer.
Founded
1964
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Recreational Facilities
Org type
Government Agency
Headquarters
Hoffman Estates, IL