Ice Skating Instructor

Job description

Ice Skating Instructor

The award-winning Brooklyn Park Recreation and Parks Department is looking for highly motivated, team-oriented and enthusiastic individuals who have a desire to make difference in Brooklyn Park by instructing skating. A Ice Skating Instructor is responsible for teaching skating skills in the Brooklyn Park Recreation and Parks programs and will work under the general supervision of the Community Activity Center (CAC) Facilities Coordinator. A Ice Skating Instructor is a member of the Recreation and Parks staff team that works together to develop innovative service delivery methods and programs focused on quality partnerships, service to our community and achieving successful results. Application Deadline: This job posting will be open until filled. If you have interest in this position, it is highly recommended that you apply as soon as possible upon seeing the announcement as the vacancy may close without notice.

Location: Community Activity Center (CAC), th Avenue North, Brooklyn Park, MN

Salary: $22.40 - $26.78 Hourly

Job Type: Seasonal Temporary (0-39.99 Hrs/Wk; Department: Recreation & Parks

Opening Date: 08/05/2026

Vacancies: 4

Posting Type: Open to the public

The Ice Skating Instructor is responsible for:

Working with the CAC Coordinator to run an effective and efficient program

Starting session on time

Interpreting and applying skating principles

Maintaining order and assuring participants are following program plan

Reporting any incidents and assisting with completing required reports

Other duties as assigned

Minimum and Desired Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

16 years of age or older

Knowledge of and a thorough understanding of skating principles

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to interact with participants in a responsible and professional manner

Ability to maturely and appropriately respond to any emergency or incident that may arise

Ability to communicate effectively and respond with tact and courtesy

Ability to maintain order and security

Ability to effectively work with youth

Ability to make rational and appropriate decisions based on established policy and procedure

Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision

Ability to provide a level of customer service that meets or exceeds customer expectation and satisfaction

Proven ability and demonstrated commitment to an inclusive workplace related to racial equity, diversity and inclusion

Embrace and engage in cultural shift toward Continuous Improvement

Desired Qualifications:

Previous skating instruction experience

Previous successful experience working with the public and providing customer service

Previous experience working with people from various cultural, socioeconomic, racial and ethnic backgrounds

Fluency in Spanish, Hmong, Russian, Somali, Lao or Vietnamese language(s)

Brooklyn Park is a thriving northwestern suburb of Minneapolis and the sixth largest city in the state with over 84,000 residents and 30,000 jobs. As the 11th fastest growing city in Minnesota, the city has become even more vibrant because of our remarkable racial and cultural diversity. Approximately 64 percent of our residents are people of color, 22 percent are foreign-born, and more than a quarter speak a language other than English at home.

We welcome applications from all individuals, including (but not limited to): people of all abilities, persons of color, Veterans, LGBTQ+ and women. If you need these materials in an alternate format or if you have a disability-related need and need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at either or via e-mail at

Worksite address

minneapolis, MN, 55400, US

Who can apply

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