Assistant Ice Hockey Coach

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Ice Hockey Coach provides coaching, athlete development, and supervisory support for the athletic program at Pine Creek High School. The role is responsible to the Athletic Director and/or a head coach. The position’s compensation is contingent upon District approval of the related athletic event or activity during the school year. Required certifications may be obtained after accepting the position. The coach supports athlete and team development, prepares practice plans, applies sport strategies, maintains equipment, and supervises athletes and facilities before, during, and after practices and competitions. The coach communicates with the Athletic Director, athletes, parents, athletic trainers, and other stakeholders; monitors injuries and return-to-play clearance; and supports a positive, competitive, and respectful program. The role also includes timely completion of program administration, fiscal responsibilities, professional learning, and evaluation of assistant coaches when applicable. This role is based in a professional school environment, primarily indoors and occasionally outdoors. Work includes scheduled school/work hours and may require extended hours or days as directed. The work environment’s noise level may range from quiet to loud, and the position involves frequent interaction with students, the public, and staff. Physical demands include sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds, potentially more depending on assignment and student need.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
ASEP Certification - American Sport Education Program; may be obtained upon acceptance of the position.
CHSAA Certification - Colorado High School Activities Association; may be obtained upon acceptance of the position.
NFHS Coaching Fundamentals Certification - National Federation of State High Schools; may be obtained upon acceptance of the position.
Knowledge of the sport, its policies and rules, and game-management strategies.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and professions, including students, parents, staff, administrators, supervisors, and the public.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to manage simultaneous demands, set priorities, and remain flexible and patient.
Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position’s responsibilities.
Commitment to students’ education as a primary responsibility.
Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team setting.
Effective organizational and time-management skills; detail-oriented.
Cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills.
Understanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community.
Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, with potentially higher demands depending on assignment and student need.

Nice To Haves

Initial Colorado Department of Education teacher license.
Professional Colorado Department of Education teacher license.

Responsibilities

Coach, develop, and supervise athletes in the ice hockey program.
Communicate regularly with the Athletic Director and maintain timely, professional communication with athletes, parents, athletic trainers, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
Set and reinforce expectations for athlete behavior and promote a positive, respectful environment.
Develop athletes’ individual skills and team capabilities, and support athletes in progressing to their next level.
Plan daily, weekly, monthly, and annual character development for athletes.
Create detailed practice plans that support individual skills progression and strategy development.
Apply varied strategies and tactics to maximize individual and team opportunities for success in competitions.
Build and maintain a program that promotes individual and team growth and gives athletes opportunities to experience success.
Maintain, inventory, store, and reorder equipment before the season begins.
Monitor athlete injuries, communicate with the athletic trainer and parents, and ensure athletes are medically released before returning to play.
Supervise athletes and facilities before, during, and after practices and competitions.
Complete fiscal management responsibilities, rosters, transportation requests, and certifications accurately and by deadlines.
Evaluate assistant coaches where applicable.
Pursue professional learning and seek feedback from supervisors and colleagues.
Report consistently as scheduled, meet responsibilities in a timely manner, and perform other duties as assigned.
Follow the policies, rules, and regulations of relevant governing bodies and apply game-management strategies.