Part-Time - Ice Hockey Coach - Ford Ice Centers

Bridgestone Arena; Nashville (TN); Vor Ort; USD 20.664 - 34.440; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Bridgestone Arena is seeking a Part-Time Ice Hockey Coach to support the Ford Ice Center in daily on-ice training for youth and adult players. The coach will aid in developing engaging practice plans and oversee skill development for leagues and camps.

The role requires USA Hockey certification (Level 1+), 2 years of youth coaching experience, and knowledge of ADM. Flexible schedule, on-ice 15–20 hours weekly, and community program support are expected.

Qualifikationen

• Must hold USA Hockey Coaching Education Program Level 1 or higher.
• Minimum 2 years coaching at Mite to Peewee level.
• 5+ years playing/knowledge at high school or higher hockey levels.

Aufgaben

• Assist Hockey Coordinator to develop and execute practice plans using ADM principles.
• Instruct youth league practices, games, and internal programs.
• Support recruitment and training of coaches and volunteers.
• Provide excellent customer service to hockey families.

Kenntnisse

USA Hockey Certified

Coaching ability

Customer service

Ausbildung

USA Hockey Education Level 1

Tools

ADM principles

Jobbeschreibung

5264 Hickory Hollow Pkwy, Antioch, TN 37013, USA

7638 B Hwy 70 S, Nashville, TN 37221, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, July 13, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Job Title: Part-Time Ice Hockey Coach

Department:Ford Ice Center

Job Reports To:Hockey Operations Coordinator

Status:Non-Exempt

Ford Ice Center is seeking eager, hard-working USA Hockey certified ice hockey coaches to assist the hockey coordinator in the execution of daily hockey operations. This position will be responsible to coordinate and execute the on-ice training and skill development of youth/adult hockey players at Ford Ice Center for leagues and internal camps/clinics. This position will also provide support for the Nashville Predators Amateur Hockey & Fan Development initiatives in the community, such as try hockey for free and various entry level grassroots hockey programs.

Major Responsibilities/Activities:

• Assist Hockey Coordinator to develop and execute fun, exciting practice plans for all ages using USA Hockey ADM principles.


• Facilitate on-ice instruction of youth league practices/games and internal programs such as PREDecessor, G.O.A.L!, Try Hockey for Free, and weekly skill development classes for all ages.


• Aid in the setup of various on-ice props and water bottles as assigned.


• Assist facility staff with equipment fitting sessions.


• Work with hockey families with putting on equipment, tying skates and provide excellent customer service.


• Support Hockey Coordinator in the recruitment and training of coaches and volunteers.


• Assist in the evaluation of players for proper placement in various programs.


• Demonstrate knowledge of facility programs when communicating to parents.


• Serve as an ambassador to facility’s youth/adult programs to support the transition of participants from program to program.


• Work with others within the Ford Ice Center organization to promote the facility.


• Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Amateur Hockey & Fan Development.


• Valid USA Hockey Coaching Education Program certification, Level 1 minimum.


• Two (2) years of ice hockey coaching experience at the Mite (8U) – Peewee (12U) level.


• Hockey knowledge and playing background of 5 (five) years or more at a high school, college, junior, minor or professional hockey level.


• Experience running on-ice practices following USA Hockey American Development Model.


• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be taken into consideration.


• Knowledge of the hockey community in the Middle Tennessee area.


• Positive, energetic, friendly individual who can communicate effectively with employees and customers.


• Flexible schedule, including weekdays, nights, weekends and holidays; able to work 15-20 hours a week on ice.

Essential Physical Functions:

• Ability to skate and instruct with clients


• Ability to pick up children and be mobile on the ice


• Ability to work in a cold environment


• Excellent speaking and listening skills, requiring the perception of speech.


• Physical activities include sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, twisting, lifting, grasping, balancing and handling of materials, and working with arms raised for prolonged periods.


• Exposure to bright lights, extreme temperatures, loud noise, dust.


• Ability to work with and around water and ice and to work at or below freezing temperatures for extended periods of time.


• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Job Questions:

Please indicate your weekly availability Monday - Sunday

What is the highest level of USA Hockey Certification you have completed? When did you last complete your highest level?

Equal Opportunity Employer: Nashville Predators is an equal opportunity employer. The organization does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability status, genetic information, or any other applicable federal or state protected classification. The organization celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment for all employees.

In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact our Recruitment Team at [e-mail] to request an accommodation.

5264 Hickory Hollow Pkwy, Antioch, TN 37013, USA,

7638 B Hwy 70 S, Nashville, TN 37221, USA