Skating Program Manager – Stars & Pros (Ages 6–10)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all skating instruction for the assigned age group.
• Maintain high standards for safety, instruction, and student experience.
• Monitor student progress and instructional quality; recommend advancement opportunities.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, train, supervise, mentor, and evaluate coaches.
• Observe instruction regularly and provide meaningful coaching and accountability.
• Foster a collaborative culture where coaches are teachers, mentors, and role models.
• Prepare students for Learn to Skate USA and U.S. Figure Skating testing.
• Collaborate with Education and Off-Ice Conditioning staff to support each student's overall growth.
• Recognize and celebrate individual student progress.
• Partner with the Head of Skating Operations and Creative Ice Show Director to prepare students for the annual Ice Show and performances.
• Teach and reinforce choreography while ensuring students are prepared to perform with confidence.
• Serve as the primary skating liaison for families.
• Communicate expectations, progress, and opportunities in a timely, welcoming manner.
• Fit students for skates and oversee skate inventory.
• Support operational excellence by maintaining organized equipment and skating spaces.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of figure skating coaching experience.
• Knowledge of Learn to Skate USA and U.S. Figure Skating curriculum and testing.
• Experience leading, supervising, and developing coaches.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to youth development and inclusive practices.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Availability for afternoons, evenings, weekends, and special events.

Leadership Competencies

• Passion for Figure Skating in Harlem's mission.
• Student-centered decision making.
• Instructional excellence.
• Ability to inspire, mentor, and hold coaches accountable.
• High emotional intelligence and sound judgment.
• Collaborative, positive leadership style.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional growth.