Part-Time Goalie Coach

Ed Snider Youth Hockey & Education • Philadelphia, PA

33d • Hybrid

About The Position

The mission of Ed Snider Youth Hockey & Education is to create opportunity for under-resourced youth of the Greater Philadelphia Region to prosper in life. The intended impact is that participating youth will become Snider student-athletes with age-appropriate social-emotional strengths and skills to succeed and contribute as students, employees, and community members. The Part-Time Goalie Coach position at Snider Hockey is tasked with providing on and off - ice support to students that range in age from 5-18 years old. Candidates will work in ensuring developmental standards are met and to make sure that every participant is provided a safe environment to learn a new skill. They must also work to instill Snider's core values into their daily work with all students. Goalie Coaches are also expected to assist in making sure all program sites are maintained, and equipment is organized and available for when students may need it. Ideal candidates are team players, have a desire to make a difference in the lives of young people and have the ability to effectively teach the game of ice hockey.

Requirements

• Significant ice hockey coaching and playing experience.
• Serve as teachers and role models both on and off the ice, and must, therefore, exhibit maturity and professionalism.
• Be reliable and possess both a general willingness to assume any and all jobs and an ability to work in a high profile environment.
• Attention to detail and strong communication skills are critical.
• Hiring is conditional on the successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Applicants should also either possess or be able to attain required background clearances and USA Hockey coaching certification.

Nice To Haves

• Goaltending experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Foster a supportive learning atmosphere for all Snider Hockey & Education participants.
• Lead after-school and weekend goalie practices at Philadelph ia area ri nks for beginner , intermediate , and advanced -level hockey players.
• Ensure the safety of all participants both on and off the ice.
• Maintain consistent communication with students and families of students to ensure awareness of all program offerings.
• Cooperate and communicate with the Program Coordinator and Snider staff and volunteers to help deliver a consistently excellent goaltending experience for all participants.
• Promote positive character development of Snider participants by discussing the importance of education, teamwork, effort, respect, and related values.
• Assist in the sizing, provision, and distribution of equipment; confirm that all players wear properly fitting equipment on the ice.

What This Job Offers

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