Hockey Coach

Under the direction of the Hockey Academy Coordinator, the position of Hockey Academy Coach is responsible for providing instruction, direction, and safety to all students in a particular Hockey Academy class. This position is also responsible for subbing or aiding in other classes as well as assisting with all other Hockey Academy functions and special events.

Essential Functions:

• Understand and comply with all Park District and Hockey Academy Program policies, rules and regulations.
• Become familiar with the structure and organization of Hockey Academy including class descriptions and general information.
• Provide level specific instruction to participants based upon current Park District and Hockey Academy standards.
• Complete all paperwork as assigned including, but not limited to, attendance sheets, mid-season evaluations, and end of season evaluations.
• Begin and end all classes on time.
• Arrive at the rink no less than 20 minutes before class. Be ready and greeting students for class no less than five minutes before classes begins
• Limit absences from class responsibilities. Secure substitutes when needed and complete all required paperwork in advance of missing class.
• Attend all required pre-season trainings and in season meetings.

Knowledge, Skill and Work Experience:

• Participation in previous hockey program
• Strong skating abilities
• Completion of all in-house pre-season trainings (done after hire)
• Availability to work within Hockey Academy times. (Wednesday evenings, Saturday afternoons, Sunday mid-day).
• Certification in advanced Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) within 1 month of employment and keep certification current. The District provides this training.