Boys Ice Hockey -Assistant Coach

Telluride School District R-1; Telluride (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Telluride School District R-1 is seeking an Assistant Varsity Coach for Boys Ice Hockey at Telluride High School (9-12). The role begins around 11/9/2026 and includes implementing the sport program as outlined by the head coach and Athletics Director, with responsibilities spanning instruction, discipline, and program support.

Qualifications emphasize district CHSAA coaching requirements and a background in the sport, with previous coaching experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must meet the assistant coaching requirements of Telluride School District and the coaching requirements set forth by CHSAA.
• Previous coaching experience in assigned sport is desirable.
• Has knowledge and background in the assigned sport.

Responsibilities

• Has a thorough knowledge of policies of the Telluride Middle/High School Athletics Department and is responsible for its implementation.
• Maintains discipline and works to increase morale and cooperation within the school sports programs.
• Is accountable to the head coach for all equipment and assists the head coach with inventorying, issuing and storing of equipment.
• Be prepared and get certified to drive a district vehicle, completing and submitting all forms and driving tests, including a SUV and minibus
• Monitors locker room and authorizes who may enter before and after practice/game.

Skills

Coaching requirements

Coaching experience

Sport knowledge

Job description

• Date Posted:
  9/21/2026
• Location:
  Telluride High School (9-12)
• Date Available:
  11/09/2026

Boys Ice Hockey - Assistant Varsity Coach

Start Date: 11/9/2026

0-2 years 3- 5 years 6-10 years 11+ years

$3,198 $3,838 $4,478 $5,117

Qualifications:

• Must meet the assistant coaching requirements of Telluride School District and the coaching requirements set forth by CHSAA.
• Previous coaching experience in assigned sport is desirable.
• Has knowledge and background in the assigned sport.

Reports To:

• The Head Coach in conjunction with the Athletics Director.
• Athletes and team assigned to him/her and assumes supervisory control over all athletes in the program when such control is needed.

Job Goal:

• 1. To carry out the aims and objectives of the sport program as outlined by the head coach.
• 2. To instruct athletes in fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• 1. Has a thorough knowledge of policies of the Telluride Middle/High School Athletics Department and is responsible for its implementation.
• 2. Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all student and parent requests or grievances through proper channels. Is aware of all public/staff/departmental meetings that require attendance.
• 3. Maintains discipline and works to increase morale and cooperation within the school sports programs.
• 4. Carries out responsibilities as designated by the head coach.
• 5. Provides assistance and guidance to, and safeguards for, each participant (by his/her presence at all practices, games and while traveling).
• 6. Maintains the framework and philosophy outlined by the head coach.
• 7. Is accountable to the head coach for all equipment and assists the head coach with inventorying, issuing and storing of equipment.
• 8. Recommends to the head coach items for the next year in his/her area of the program.
• 9. Monitors locker room and authorizes who may enter before and after practice/game.
• 10. Permits the athletes to only be in authorized areas of the building at the appropriate times.
• 11. Examines locker rooms before and after games, checking on general cleanliness of the facility. Works with the head coach to request any needed improvements to facility.
• 12. Secures all doors, windows and locks and checks lights before leaving the building.
• 13. Instills in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care and proper use.

Program Responsibilities:

• 1. Assists the head coach in carrying out his/her responsibilities.
• 2. Instructs team members as to changes in the rules and teaches fundamentals of the sport as outlined by the head coach.
• 3. Maintains a record of team statistics.
• 4. Works within the basic framework and philosophy of the head coach of that sport.
• 5. Attends all staff meetings and carries out scouting assignments as outlined by the head coach.
• 6. Arrives early enough before practices, contests and meetings to adequately prepare and remains long enough to help players with problems or to become involved in staff discussions.
• 7. Helps in planning and implementation of both in-season and out-of-season conditioning and weight programs.
• 8. Avoids criticizing, admonishing, or arguing with the head coach or any staff member within ears or eyes of players or parents.
• 9. Strives to improve skills by attending clinics and using resources made available by the head coach.
• 10. Performs such other duties that are consistent with the nature of the position and may be requested by the head coach.
• 11. Be prepared and get certified to drive a district vehicle, completing and submitting all forms and driving tests, including a SUV and minibus

EVALUATION:

Performance of the job will be evaluated annually at the end of season

EVALUATOR:

Athletics Director

Learn more at https://www.tellurideathletics.com/