Boys Hockey Assistant Coach

Assistant Boys Hockey Coach

Hopkins High School seeks an enthusiastic, knowledgeable Assistant Boys Hockey Coach to support a competitive, inclusive, and student-centered hockey program. The assistant coach will work with the head coach to develop players' skills, strengthen team performance, and promote academic achievement, sportsmanship, and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with planning and leading practices that develop skating, puck handling, passing, shooting, positioning, and team systems.
• Support game preparation through scouting, film review, strategy development, and player evaluation.
• Provide instruction and constructive feedback during practices and games.
• Help foster a team culture built on accountability, respect, effort, and teamwork.
• Support student-athletes' academic progress and reinforce school and team expectations.
• Communicate professionally with players, families, coaching staff, and school personnel.
• Assist with equipment, team travel, scheduling, and other program operations as assigned.
• Promote athlete safety, follow established emergency procedures, and promptly report injuries or concerns to appropriate school personnel.
• Follow school district policies and applicable Minnesota State High School League rules.
• Participate in staff meetings, required training, and program activities.

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of hockey fundamentals, strategy, and player development.
• Previous hockey coaching or competitive playing experience preferred.
• Ability to teach and motivate high school student-athletes with varying skill levels.
• Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to an inclusive environment where all student-athletes feel respected and supported.
• Ability to collaborate with the head coach and carry out the program's goals.
• Ability to complete district-required screening, training, and coaching credentials before beginning duties.

Schedule & Compensation:

No. of working days: 70 Stipend Range: $4,000 - $5,000, DOE