Assistant Coach, Boys Hockey-Junior Varsity

The Blake School; Hopkins (MN); On-site; USD 3,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

A private educational institution in Minnesota is seeking a Junior Varsity Boys Hockey Coach to lead and develop the JV hockey program. Responsibilities include coaching skills and strategies, fostering teamwork and sportsmanship, and managing student-athletes. Ideal candidates have prior hockey experience and strong communication skills. This is a part-time, seasonal position that offers competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Prior playing or coaching experience in hockey is essential.
• Strong understanding of hockey fundamentals and team systems required.
• Ability to manage and lead adolescent athletes effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the JV hockey program in skill development and competitive play.
• Collaborate with the Head Varsity Coach on team philosophy and expectations.
• Supervise and ensure safety of students at all practices and games.

Skills

Prior playing or coaching experience in hockey

Strong understanding of hockey fundamentals

Ability to work effectively with adolescent athletes

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Description

Job Description: Junior Varsity Boys Hockey Coach

Position Title: Junior Varsity (JV) Boys Hockey Coach
Reports To: Director of Athletics / Head Varsity Hockey Coach
Employment Type: Seasonal, Part-Time

Position Summary

The Junior Varsity Boys Hockey Coach is responsible for leading, developing, and managing the JV hockey program in alignment with the school’s athletic mission and the vision of the varsity program. This coach will foster a positive, competitive, and inclusive team environment that emphasizes skill development, character, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The JV coach plays a key role in preparing student-athletes for success at the varsity level.

Key Responsibilities

Coaching & Player Development

• Teach and reinforce fundamental hockey skills, team systems, and game strategies appropriate for JV-level student-athletes.
• Create age-appropriate practice plans to maximize individual and team improvement.
• Provide constructive feedback and individualized development plans for players.
• Promote a positive culture of hard work, accountability, and respect on and off the ice.

Program Leadership

• Collaborate closely with the Head Varsity Coach to ensure alignment in philosophy, skill progression, and team expectations.
• Assist in maintaining a structured and competitive JV program that supports the long-term growth of the hockey program.
• Implement safety guidelines and uphold all school, league, and state athletic policies.

Team Management

• Supervise students at all practices, games, team events, and travel.
• Manage communication with players, families, and athletic department staff.
• Oversee team equipment, uniforms, locker room standards, and bench organization.

Culture & Character

• Model exemplary sportsmanship, professionalism, and leadership.
• Build strong relationships with student-athletes grounded in trust, encouragement, and mentorship.
• Support the academic expectations and well-being of all players.

Qualifications

Required

• Prior playing or coaching experience in hockey (high school, club, college, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of hockey fundamentals, systems, and positional play.
• Ability to work effectively with adolescent athletes.
• Demonstrated commitment to sportsmanship, player safety, and positive coaching.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Preferred

• Previous coaching experience at the youth or high school level.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification.