Job Title: Assistant Hockey Coach
School: Middle Park High School
Location: Granby Colorado
Reports To: Hockey Coach Athletic Director
Application Deadline: June 12th 2025
Start Date: Summer of 2025
Job Summary:
Middle Park High School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Hockey Coach to join our coaching staff. The ideal candidate will possess a willingness to learn a passion for working with high school student-athletes and a commitment to fostering a positive and supportive team environment. The Assistant Coach will work closely with the Head Coach to develop and implement effective practice plans provide instruction and guidance to players and contribute to the overall success of the Hockey program.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist the Head Coach in all aspects of the Hockey program including practice planning game strategy and player development.
- Provide direct instruction and coaching to student-athletes in specific position groups or skill areas as assigned by the Head Coach.
- Help to create and maintain a positive and disciplined team culture that emphasizes sportsmanship teamwork and respect.
- Assist with the organization and supervision of practices games and other team activities.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all student-athletes under their supervision.
- Assist with equipment inventory maintenance and organization.
- Attend all required coaches meetings and professional development sessions.
- Adhere to all school district policies rules and regulations as well as the rules and regulations of the Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA).
- Communicate effectively and professionally with players parents other coaches and school administration.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and Athletic Director.
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated knowledge of Hockey techniques strategies and safety practices.
- Previous coaching experience at the high school level or equivalent preferred.
- Strong communication interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Ability to motivate and mentor high school student-athletes.
- Commitment to the academic and personal development of student-athletes.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Must pass a background check as required by the school district.
- Possession of or willingness to obtain required CHSAA coaching certifications.