JV Boys Ice Hockey Skills Head Coach (AY26-27)

Buckingham Browne Nichols School • Cambridge, MA

10h • $2,500 - $2,500 • Onsite

About The Position

Buckingham Browne & Nichols (BB&N) seeks a Head JV Ice Hockey Skills Coach for the boys’ team for the winter season. This is a stipend, part-time position that is not eligible for employee benefits. The coach is responsible for team organization, including practice planning and administrative tasks, and for setting examples of fair play, team building, character building, and respect. Coaches are expected to follow BB&N’s athletic philosophy and coaches’ manual, as well as Independent School League (ISL) and New England Preparatory School Athletic Council (NEPSAC) rules and guidelines.

The season runs from November 30, 2026, through February 2027. Skills sessions take place three days per week, Tuesday through Thursday. Practice start times may vary from 3:45 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There may be opportunities to schedule and coach games depending on roster size. The Winter Coaches Meeting is November 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Compensation is a season-long stipend of $2,500. The position reports to the Director of Athletics and has a start date of November 2026.

BB&N is a Cambridge, Massachusetts, day school serving students in Pre-K through grade 12. The school describes its community as academically excellent, diverse, and inclusive, and is committed to becoming an anti-racist institution. Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and reference list through the school’s Careers page.

Requirements

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and inspire athletes.
• Commitment to students’ academic success and character development.
• Passion for the sport and for working with middle- and high-school-aged students.
• Commitment to an inclusive and equitable approach to student athletes.
• Effective and responsible communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
• High standards of professional conduct and interpersonal skills for handling disputes, challenges, or conflicts among athletes.
• Ability to adjust coaching methods to individual athletes’ needs, team dynamics, and changing circumstances.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience or demonstrated commitment supporting students who have the ability and/or desire to compete at the collegiate level is important for varsity programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan practices and oversee games, including teaching skills and preparing athletes for competitive events.
• Mentor and instruct players in skill development, character development, and teamwork.
• Communicate relevant information about games, practices, and team commitments to parents and guardians.
• Attend all BB&N practices; games may also be required or available depending on roster size.
• Model positive behavior, maintain a supportive environment, and demonstrate professionalism.
• Work collaboratively with other coaches, parents, and community members.
• Seek assistance when emergencies arise.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Follow BB&N’s athletic philosophy and coaches’ manual, along with ISL and NEPSAC rules and guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed