Head Varsity Boys Hockey Coach

Job Summary:

• Coordinate the organization and implementation of the athletic program;
• Provide coaching and instruction to high school boys in a competitive program.
• Work collaboratively with athletic director to implement a coaching philosophy that is supportive of student/athletes’ development.
• Help coaches in the program 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;
• Coordinate the selection of players for the Varsity team and all 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;
• Promote the high ideals of the Orono Public Schools in positive character development of all participants by discussing the importance of education, teamwork, effort, and respect;
• Interact with and engage parents in a respectful and cooperative manner;
• Establish rules for the team in partnership with the Athletic Director 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.

Qualifications:

• Must have strong experience in playing/coaching/evaluating;
• Head high school coaching experience preferred.
• Previous experience in a supervisory role.
• Must possess strong organization and communication skills.
• Must be a positive role model with strong work ethic and a huge passion for the sport.
• Coaches will need to be certified to coach through one or more of the following prior to beginning coaching assignment:
  • Valid Minnesota teacher certification, and/or
  • Valid coaching license from accredited college, and/or
  • Completion of the NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching class per MSHSL policy.

Bargaining Group and Level:  NA

Application Procedure:
All applicants must apply online at:     http://bit.ly/oronojobs

District Website:  www.oronoschools.org

Contact:
Mr. Paul Brunner, Director of Athletics and Student Activities
952-449-8414  paul.brunner@orono.k12.mn.us
or
Dr. Scott E. Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources
952-449-8370  scott.alger@orono.k12.mn.us