Girls Head Hockey Coach
About The Position
In compliance with state and federal laws, newton public schools is committed to equity, anti-racism and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute. SUMMARY: The purpose of this position is to instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the students shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulation of moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline, sportsmanship and service to others.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- Previous successful sport coaching experience
- Ability to organize and supervise all levels of a sport program
- Commitment to professional growth
- Ability to accept responsibilities outside the hockey team as they relate to the school and community
- Ability to handle multitude of varying and complex issues
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Responsibilities
- Complies with school and MIAA policies and regulations
- Complies with school and Conference/League policies and regulations
- Works cooperatively with the school staff
- Relates positively to parents and other community representatives
- Completes required records and reports with promptness and accuracy
- Assumes responsibility for care of equipment and facilities
- Assumes responsibility for a safe environment for student athletes
- Models positive behaviors, especially with regard to sportsmanship and the alcohol, tobacco and drug rules
- Delegates staff assignments to assistant coaches
- Develops and organizes practice program
- Evaluates assistant coaches and playing personnel
- Plans and develops game responsibilities
- Develops and administers a continuous off-season conditioning and culture of sport program
- Conducts and analyzes scouting reports
- Assists student athletes in college advancement
- Maintains and inventories all equipment and supplies
- Acts as liaison person in relating the program to the staff, administration, general public, and local news media
- Responsible for implementing “other job related duties” as needed.
