Assistant Varsity Boys Hockey Coach

The Lawrenceville School • Lawrenceville, NJ

19d • $2,000 - $4,000

About The Position

The Assistant Coach for Boys' Varsity hockey will support the Head Coach and provide guidance to the player’s academic and athletic experience. They assist the head coach in the offensive/defensive strategy and game management of the athletic curriculum and program development. Coach, coordinate, and assist the Head Coach in supervising and coordinating the offensive/defensive strategy of the program. Adhere to policies established in The Lawrenceville School Coaches Handbook. Attend scheduled practices and athletic contests and assist with game management. Attend professional conferences and required institutional meetings (when applicable). Commit to continued professional growth through a plan of professional development. Stay current and expand your knowledge of coaching techniques. Model and ensure diversity and cultural competency (respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing, and welcoming cultural differences) in all position responsibilities regardless of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, sex, pregnancy, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability (including AIDS and HIV related illness), genetic information, refusal to provide genetic information, refusal to submit to genetic testing, ancestry, familial status, marital status, domestic partnership status, civil union status, atypical cellular or blood trait, military service, application for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Perform other duties as requested.

Requirements

• At least 5 years experience successful coaching in a high school, college, club, or professional setting.
• College, US National, and/or International playing experience.
• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED), Bachelor’s degree preferred
• At least 2 years experience coaching in a high school or college setting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have the ability to motivate and inspire students.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with groups and/or individuals and deal with peers, the public, students, and parents in a positive, empathetic, and professional manner.
• Must be able to review, understand, apply, and share concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and/or professional literature.
• Must be able and willing to manage a Monday-Saturday practice/game schedule with self-discipline.
• This Position may also include travel and possible Sundays (raindates)
• Must be able to remain on their feet for extended periods of time, as well as stoop, kneel, crouch, lift, and pull and push objects and patients.
• Required to, talk, hear, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Required to work evenings, weekends and holidays in conjunction with School calendar and events.
• Must be able to lift up to 40lbs. without assistance.
• Must be able to climb stairs.
• Ability to see with normal parameters.
• Operate in a professional work environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Coach and provide guidance to the player’s academic and athletic experience.
• Assist the head coach in the offensive/defensive strategy and game management of the athletic curriculum and program development.
• Coach, coordinate, and assist the Head Coach in supervising and coordinating the offensive/defensive strategy of the program.
• Adhere to policies established in The Lawrenceville School Coaches Handbook.
• Attend scheduled practices and athletic contests and assist with game management.
• Attend professional conferences and required institutional meetings (when applicable).
• Commit to continued professional growth through a plan of professional development.
• Stay current and expand your knowledge of coaching techniques.
• Model and ensure diversity and cultural competency (respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing, and welcoming cultural differences) in all position responsibilities regardless of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, sex, pregnancy, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability (including AIDS and HIV related illness), genetic information, refusal to provide genetic information, refusal to submit to genetic testing, ancestry, familial status, marital status, domestic partnership status, civil union status, atypical cellular or blood trait, military service, application for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Benefits

• Eligible employees receive a competitive benefit package that includes health insurance coverage, paid leave and retirement plan options and many other valuable programs.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees