JV Girls Hockey Coach

Start Date: November 2026

About the role

Coaches and Advisors have a tremendous influence on the education of students and should instill the highest desirable ideals of character. The following responsibilities and expectations are given to coaches and advisors.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the aims and objectives of the sport program as outlined by the head coach and Activities Administrator.
• Help coordinate the organization and implementation of the athletic program.
• Provide coaching and instruction to high school players in a competitive program.
• Work collaboratively with the Head Coach and Activities Administrator to implement a coaching philosophy that is supportive of student/athletes' development.
• Assist the Head Coach to organize and implement practice plans, periodically attending practices at all age groups and levels.
• Demonstrate strong interest and commitment to student athlete development, with an emphasis on the student as a person.
• Assist the Head Coach in the selection of players at the high school levels.
• Design and implement practice plans and game strategies.
• Serve as both a teacher and a role model on and off the court/field.
• Foster a fun, supportive learning environment for all players.
• Prioritize the safety of all players on and off the court/field.
• Interact with and engage parents in a respectful and cooperative manner.
• Establish rules for the team in partnership with the Head Coach, Activities Administrator, and consistent with MSHSL requirements pertaining to on and off-court behavior and eligibility requirements.
• Motivate student athletes to demonstrate the highest levels of performance and ethics in interscholastic athletics.
• Communicate effectively with student/athletes, coaching staff, parents, and building administrators regarding program needs and developments.
• Notify the Activities Office of any canceled practices.
• Supervise scheduled practices and games.
• Oversee locker room supervision; communicate with athletes about designated areas for reporting incidents if unable to enter the locker room.

Expectations

• Promote the ideals of Delano Public Schools in positive character development of all participants by discussing the importance of education, teamwork, effort, and respect.
• Communicate effectively with student/athletes, coaching staff, parents, and building administrators regarding program needs and developments.
• Set an example of the highest ethical and moral conduct; avoid profanity or abusive language.
• Actively promote positive audience/spectator behavior.
• Respect decisions of event officials and judges.
• Represent the high standards of the district and the community at all times.
• Maintain professional dress and conduct during games and competition.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in playing, coaching, or evaluating hockey.
• Previous coaching experience preferred.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Must be a positive role model with a strong work ethic and a passion for the sport.

Pay

In accordance with Schedule C of the Teacher Master Agreement, page 48.