Varsity Hockey Coach

Job Title: Varsity Hockey Coach
Location: Pentucket Regional Middle School
Reports To: Athletic Director and Principal
FLSA Status: Stipend Position
Season: Winter

Position Overview:

The Varsity Hockey Coach is responsible for assisting in the development of a competitive and educational hockey program for middle and high school athletes. The coach will promote teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth while reinforcing the educational mission of the school.

Required Clearances:

• Verified CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) check through the Massachusetts Department of Criminal Justice Information Services (DCJIS).
  
  
• Fingerprint-based national background check through the Massachusetts Statewide Applicant Fingerprint Identification Services (SAFIS).
  
  
• All background checks must be successfully completed prior to the start of coaching duties.
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and conduct practices focused on skill development, fitness, and teamwork.
• Provide appropriate supervision and safety of student-athletes at all times.
• Encourage academic achievement, character development, and personal responsibility among athletes.
• Maintain effective communication with students, parents/guardians, school staff, and the athletic department.
• Ensure compliance with MIAA rules and school district policies.
• Organize equipment and uniforms and report inventory needs.
• Attend required coaches’ meetings, training, and school events as applicable.
• Perform all duties/responsibilities assigned by the Director of Athletics
• Work with community members who are involved in youth hockey
• Directly supervise squad members at home and away contests

Qualifications:

• Previous coaching or playing experience in hockey, preferably at the high school or club level.
  
  
• Ability to serve as a positive role model and mentor to student-athletes.
  
  
• CPR, First Aid, and Concussion Certification (or willingness to complete before the season starts).
  
  
• Completion of NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching (preferred or required by state).
  
  

Stipend:

• This is a stipend position in accordance with the district’s collective bargaining agreement or approved athletic pay schedule.

Positions Available: 1

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Pentucket Regional School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. 

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