Varsity Boys Ice Hockey Coach

Varsity Head Coach Job Description

Candidates should have experience coaching at the varsity level either as a head coach or as a varsity assistant coach. They also need to be a self-starter, have strong communication skills, and the ability to work as part of a team to ensure the success of our student-athletes. Strong organizational skills are needed to ensure the entire program is run in lock step with the core values of the Waltham Public Schools and its Athletic Department

The varsity coaching duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Being responsible for all game and practice preparation and coaching at the varsity level and supporting the sub varsity coaching staff when needed.
• Developing your non league schedule based around power rankings and finding competitive games each year.
• Completing all administrative duties - including all departmental paperwork and policies.
• Team evaluation and selection.
• Working with the student/families to make certain that they complete all of the registration in order to make certain that our students are eligible for participation.
• Following all MIAA, league, and school policies and procedures.
• Equipment management, including uniforms and safety devices/materials.
• Working with parents/guardians, booster groups, and community youth programs to establish respectful relationships and enhance our school programs.
• Working collaboratively with all other Waltham High School coaches, under the direction of the Athletic Director. This includes, but is not limited to: Working to coordinate schedules of games, practices, and events.
• Working with the athletic director to review expectations, nominate 1024 candidates, organize end of season gatherings, and to set yearly goals to improve the program.