Hockey Instructor- Summer Camp

HOFFMAN ESTATES PARK DISTRICT 8038•Hoffman Estates, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Summer Hockey Camp Instructor delivers fun, engaging, and developmentally appropriate instruction during a multi-day summer hockey camp. Instructors lead both on-ice and off-ice activities while creating a safe, positive environment that promotes skill development, teamwork, and enjoyment of the game.

Requirements

Strong skating and hockey skills with the ability to demonstrate fundamentals clearly.
Ability to lead a group with confidence, positivity, and patience.
Must enjoy working with children and creating an encouraging learning environment.
Must be 16 years or older.
Required background checks, SafeSport training, and certifications as applicable.

Nice To Haves

Prior coaching or instructional experience preferred, especially with youth athletes.
CPR/AED certified preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead high-energy on-ice instruction focusing on skating fundamentals, puck skills, shooting, small-area games, and age-appropriate hockey concepts.
Supervise and participate in off-ice activities including dryland games, team-building activities, and camp programming.
Assist with weekly field trip to the local park district pool, ensuring camper safety, engagement, and positive behavior.
Adapt coaching methods to different ages, skill levels, and learning styles.
Promote sportsmanship, effort, teamwork, and respect at all times.
Maintain a safe environment by enforcing equipment requirements and following rink, camp, and USA Hockey/SafeSport guidelines.
Support daily camp operations including setup, transitions, and group management.
Represent the camp professionally when interacting with campers, parents, and staff.
Arrive on time, prepared, and appropriately dressed for on-ice and off-ice activities.
Model enthusiasm, professionalism, and a positive attitude.
Maintain required background checks, SafeSport training, and certifications as applicable.