Ice Hockey Coach

Ed Snider Youth Hockey & Education; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Ed Snider Youth Hockey & Education is seeking an Ice Hockey Coach to support students aged 5–18. The role includes after‑school and weekend practices at Philadelphia area rinks, while ensuring safety and reinforcing Snider's core values in daily activities.

The position emphasizes teamwork, responsibility, and a commitment to providing a safe, educational environment where young players learn, develop skills, and gain confidence on the ice and in life.

Qualifications

• Significant ice hockey coaching and playing experience.
• Must be a mature, professional role model both on and off the ice.
• Reliable with willingness to take on any job and adapt to a high‑profile environment.
• Attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Background check required; USA Hockey coaching certification preferred or obtainable.

Responsibilities

• Foster a supportive learning atmosphere for Snider Hockey & Education participants.
• Lead after-school and weekend ice hockey practices for beginner and intermediate players.
• Ensure participant safety on and off the ice.
• Collaborate with Snider staff and volunteers to deliver a high‑quality experience.
• Promote character development by discussing education, teamwork, effort, and respect.
• Assist in sizing and distribution of equipment and ensure proper helmet and gear fit.

Skills

Ice hockey coaching

Playing experience

Reliability

Attention to detail

USA Hockey certs/background check

Job description

JOBTITLE: Ice Hockey Coach

DEPARTMENT: Program Delivery

REPORTS TO: Program Coordinators

FLSA STATUS: Part-Time; Hourly; Non-Exempt

EEO STATUS: Professional

LAST MODIFIED DATE: January 7th, 2026

GENERAL SUMMARY:

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 Ice Hockey Coach position at Snider Hockey is tasked with providing on and office support to students that range in age from 5-18 years old. They are in charge of ensuring developmental standards are met and to make sure that every participant is provided a safe environment to learn a new skill. Candidates must also work to instill Snider's core values into their daily work with all students. 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 would be 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Foster a supportive learning atmosphere for all Snider Hockey & Education participants.
• Lead after-school and weekend ice hockey practices at Philadelphia area rinks for beginner and intermediate-level hockey players.
• Ensure the safety of all participants both on and off the ice.
• Cooperate and communicate with Snider staff and volunteers to help deliver a consistently excellent 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates must possess significant ice hockey coaching and playing experience.
• All instructors are expected to serve as teachers and role models both on and off the ice, and must, therefore, exhibit maturity and professionalism.
• Applicant must 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.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

The intellectual, social, and physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be navigated by the Ice Hockey Coach to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

INTELLECTUAL AND SOCIAL DEMANDS

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is continuously asked to multi-task under time limits and maintain emotional control under stress. The position requires constant attention to precise details and specified standards including: following simple to complex (more than three steps) instructions, and concentration which frequently extends beyond 30 minutes at a time.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, skate, stick handle, balance, stoop, kneel, bend and use repetitive motions. Occasionally moves about inside storage areas to access equipment, cabinets, and office machinery. Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or moving up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The essential responsibilities of this position are performed indoors, mainly at ice hockey rinks but including occasional visits to the office and special event sites (indoor/outdoor in the weather conditions prevalent at the time). The noise level in the work environments can range from moderate to loud during events/programs, and is minimal during non-event/program times.

SCHEDULE

Most work is completed after school/evening hours. There may also be opportunities to work standard work hours and/or weekend duties in the Greater Philadelphia area.

The statements listed above are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.