Boys' Ice Hockey Assistant Coach

JOB DESCRIPTIONRutland City Public Schools- BOYS ICE HOCKEY ASSISTANT COACH Department: AthleticsReports To: Varsity Coach (Program Director)Position Type: SeasonalSalary/Compensation: $3,071.38-$3,528.05Work Year: Sport-specific season, including required pre-season, regular season, postseason, and program-related activitiesPOSITION SUMMARYThe Assistant Coach supports the varsity coach (program director) in the leadership, organization, instruction, and development of the athletic program. The Assistant Coach works collaboratively with the coaching staff to provide student-athletes with a positive, safe, and supportive athletic experience while promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAssist the Varsity Coach (Program Director) with planning and conducting practices, games, competitions, and team activities.Provide instruction and coaching in the skills, techniques, strategies, and rules of the sport.Support the development and improvement of student-athletes through appropriate instruction, feedback, and encouragement.Assist with the supervision, safety, and well-being of student-athletes at practices, competitions, and team-related activities.Reinforce team expectations, school policies, and athletic department proceduresPromote good sportsmanship, teamwork, respect, accountability, and appropriate behavior.Assist with equipment, uniforms, facilities, and other program-related responsibilities.Attend required coaches meetings and trainings.Communicate appropriately and professionally with student-athletes, families, coaches, school staff, officials, and community members.Support the Varsity Coach (Program Director)with game-day responsibilities, including preparation, supervision, and post-game activities.Assist with transportation and supervision responsibilities as assigned.Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and team matters.Perform other duties as assigned by the Varsity Coach (Program Director).QUALIFICATIONSPrevious coaching or playing experience in the sport.Demonstrated knowledge of the sport and its rules, skills, and techniques.Ability to work effectively with student-athletes of varying abilities and experience levels.Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a coaching team.Must maintain appropriate professional boundaries with student-athletes.Successful completion of required District and state background checks, training, and certifications.EVALUATION-- Performance will be evaluated by the Varsity Coach (Program Director) and reported to the Activities and Athletic Director. The Assistant Coach is expected to model professionalism, integrity, sportsmanship, and respect, and to contribute positively to the overall goals and culture of the athletic program and school community.*Evaluation does not guarantee continuation of the coaching assignment from one season to the next.WORKING CONDITIONSWork is performed in a variety of indoor and outdoor athletic environments and may require evening and weekend work, travel, and extended periods of standing or physical activity. The Assistant Coach is expected to be present and actively engaged during assigned practices, competitions, and required team activities.Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action (EOE/AA)

Salary : $3,071 - $3,528