Varsity Girls Ice Hockey Coach - Marblehead High School - Marblehead Public Schools : Job Details

Marblehead High School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Varsity Head Girls Ice Hockey Coach They will assume responsibility for the entire girls ice hockey program. They will work closely with the athletic department, while supervising assistant coaches. They are responsible for developing and overseeing the entire girls hockey program while fostering a positive, inclusive, and safe environment. They are expected to promote the values of our athletic department which include; teamwork, sportsmanship, respect, commitment, integrity, and responsibility. Additionally, the head varsity coach will manage all fundraising, team dinners and community service initiatives. Below are the essential requirements and responsibilities of the Varsity Head Girls Ice Hockey Coach:

QUALIFICATION

Knowledge of hockey techniques and coaching strategies.

Ability to make practice plans and prepare the team to compete.

Excellent communication and people skills.

Ability to mentor and motivate athletes, providing guidance, feedback, and support to help them achieve their goals

Organizational and management skills, including the ability to schedule and plan practices and events.

Familiarity with MIAA ice hockey rules and regulations.

REQUIREMENTS

Experience playing and coaching high school hockey

Knowledge of common hockey injuries and conditioning/strengthening to help prevent and heal injuries

Leads by example regarding the promotion of sportsmanship

Must complete all Massachusetts coaching requirements, which includes the NFHS Concussion Certificate

Must complete Marblehead School District requirements: Fingerprinting, CORI Background check

Must complete CPR/AED and First Aid Certification

Attend all practices, games, and events, including supervising on the bus to away games.

15-20 hours per week and weekends required

18-20 regular season games, with playoffs to follow, if qualified

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Assumes responsibility for the entire program, which includes:

Establish and promote a positive, growth-oriented team culture and climate

Communicate the team's practice and game schedule with the team and parents or guardians.

Plan and supervise daily in-season activities for all season interscholastic hockey program

Supervise and delegate responsibilities appropriately to varsity and sub-varsity program assistant coaches

Implements and follows all MPS and MHS policies

Compliance with MIAA rules and regulations

Assure that out-of-season activities comply with MIAA rules

Verification of student physical examination requirements of the high school

Monitor roster for approved athletic registration and eligibility listing

Communicate with the Athletic Trainer regarding injuries

Assist in the care for and oversees the storage of all equipment and uniforms

Distribute uniforms and collect all uniforms at the end of the season

Prepares award lists and season records

Attends all meetings where the program is involved and operates within the policies of the Marblehead School District

Keeps informed on current trends in the sport and participates in coaching training and clinics

Maintains active membership in related professional organizations

Prepares list when teams are taken out of school to participate in an athletic contest

Maintains a positive staff relationship with other coaches

Participate in Athletic Assembly, meet with parents to inform them about the program and its expectations

Promotes the high school Girls' Hockey program by encouraging participation of players of the upcoming season

Apply and enforce approved student discipline rules during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips

Collaborates with sport-specific booster organizations

Perform other duties as assigned by the Marblehead High School Athletic Director