Girls Hockey JV/Varsity Assistant Coach at Delano Public Schools, ISD #879

Girls Hockey - JV Coach/Varsity Assistant Coach

Start Date:  October 2025

Description:
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:

• To 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;
• Must have 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 practices that are canceled.
• All coaches should be present to supervise scheduled practices and games
• Locker room supervision is important! Since we have coaches that may not be able to enter the locker room, they should communicate with athletes about an area they will be in order to report any incidents that might occur. 

• 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.
• Strive to set an example of the highest ethical and moral conduct. The use of profanity/abusive language is unacceptable. 
• Actively use personal influence to 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/competition.

Qualifications:

• Must have strong experience in playing/coaching/evaluating; 
• Previous coaching experience preferred. 
• Must possess strong organization and communication skills.
• Must be a positive role model with a strong work ethic and a passion for the sport. 

Compensation:  In accordance with Schedule C of the Teacher Master Agreement

Application Procedure:
Apply Online at:  https://www.delano.k12.mn.us/employment