Part-Time - Ice Hockey Coach, Ford Ice Center - Clarksville

The Nashville Predators Hockey Club•Clarksville, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Ford Ice Center is seeking eager, hard-working USA Hockey certified ice hockey coaches to assist the hockey coordinator in the execution of daily hockey operations. The role coordinates and delivers on-ice training and skill development for youth and adult hockey players in leagues and internal camps and clinics. It also supports Nashville Predators Amateur Hockey & Fan Development initiatives in the community, including Try Hockey for Free and other entry-level grassroots hockey programs.

Requirements

Proficient ice skating ability.
Valid USA Hockey Coaching Education Program certification, Level 1 minimum.
Two years of ice hockey coaching experience at the Mite (8U) through Peewee (12U) level.
Five or more years of hockey knowledge and playing background at the high school, college, junior, minor, or professional level.
Experience running on-ice practices following the USA Hockey American Development Model.
Knowledge of the Middle Tennessee hockey community.
Positive, energetic, friendly demeanor and effective communication with employees and customers.
Flexible availability for weekdays, nights, weekends, and holidays, with the ability to work 15–20 hours per week on ice.
A valid driver's license, suitable driving history, and ability to be insured by SS&E's insurance carrier without conditions.
Must complete a background check, including criminal history, driving history, and character references, as a condition of employment.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Assist the Hockey Coordinator in developing and delivering engaging practice plans for all ages using USA Hockey ADM principles.
Provide on-ice instruction for youth league practices and games and internal programs such as PREDecessor, G.O.A.L!, Try Hockey for Free, and weekly skill development classes.
Help set up on-ice props and water bottles as assigned.
Assist facility staff with equipment fitting sessions.
Help hockey families put on equipment and tie skates, while providing excellent customer service.
Support the Hockey Coordinator in recruiting and training coaches and volunteers.
Assist with player evaluations for placement in appropriate programs.
Demonstrate knowledge of facility programs when communicating with parents.
Serve as an ambassador for facility youth and adult programs and support participants' transitions between programs.
Work with others in the Ford Ice Center organization to promote the facility.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Amateur Hockey & Fan Development or manager.