Assistant Boys Hockey Coach - Player Development & Teamwork

Hopkins-Public-Schools; Hopkins (MN); On-site; USD 4,000 - 5,000; Part time

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Job summary

Hopkins Public Schools seeks an enthusiastic Assistant Boys Hockey Coach to support a competitive, inclusive and student-centered hockey program. The assistant will work with the head coach to develop players' skills, strengthen team performance, and promote academics, sportsmanship, and personal growth.

The role involves planning and leading practices, assisting with game prep, and coordinating program operations.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of hockey fundamentals, strategy, and player development.
• Previous hockey coaching or competitive playing experience preferred.
• Ability to teach and motivate high school student-athletes with varying skill levels.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and leading practices that develop skating, puck handling, passing, shooting, positioning, and team systems.
• Support game preparation through scouting, film review, strategy development, and player evaluation.
• Provide instruction and constructive feedback during practices and games.
• Help foster a team culture built on accountability, respect, effort, and teamwork.
• Support student-athletes' academic progress and reinforce school and team expectations.
• Communicate professionally with players, families, coaching staff, and school personnel.
• Assist with equipment, team travel, scheduling, and other program operations as assigned.
• Promote athlete safety, follow established emergency procedures, and promptly report injuries or concerns to appropriate school personnel.
• Follow school district policies and applicable Minnesota State High School League rules.
• Participate in staff meetings, required training, and program activities.

Skills

Hockey fundamentals

Coaching experience

Player development

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Hopkins Public Schools seeks an enthusiastic Assistant Boys Hockey Coach to support a competitive, inclusive and student-centered hockey program. The assistant will work with the head coach to develop players' skills, strengthen team performance, and promote academics, sportsmanship, and personal growth.

The role involves planning and leading practices, assisting with game prep, and coordinating program operations.