• Girls Hockey Assistant Coach - JV

    The Blake School (Hopkins, MN)


    Job Descriptions:

    Job Title: Assistant Coach - Girls Junior Varsity Hockey

     

    Department: Athletics

     

    Reports To: Head Varsity Coach & Director of Athletics

     

    Season: Winter (October 27 - February 2nd)

    Position Summary

    The Blake School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Coach for the Girls Junior Varsity Hockey team. This individual will support the head varsity and JV coaches in fostering a positive, developmentally focused environment where student-athletes can grow in skill, confidence, and sportsmanship. The ideal candidate brings a love of the game, a passion for mentoring young athletes, and a commitment to Blake’s core values of integrity, respect, and excellence.

    Essential Responsibilities

    Support Program Development

    + Assist in leading the Junior Varsity team, including practices, games, and off-ice development

    + Collaborate with the varsity and JV head coaches to ensure consistency across the program

    + Contribute to creating a positive and inclusive team culture that emphasizes effort, growth, and respect

    Player Development

    + Provide individual feedback and instruction to help players build hockey IQ and skills

    + Foster the physical, mental, and emotional development of student-athletes

    + Encourage leadership and team accountability among JV players

    Game & Practice Responsibilities

    + Help design and execute engaging, structured practices

    + Support in-game decision-making and bench management during JV competitions

    + Assist with film review, stat tracking, and other player evaluation tools as needed

    Communication & Leadership

    + Maintain open, respectful communication with players, families, and coaching staff

    + Reinforce program expectations, schedules, and behavioral standards

    + Be a positive role model on and off the ice

    Administrative Support

    + Assist with equipment management, score reporting, and transportation logistics

    + Ensure student-athletes adhere to MSHSL and Blake School policies

    + Attend coaches meetings, training sessions, and evaluations

    Required Experience:

    Qualifications

    + Prior coaching or playing experience in hockey (high school, college, or youth levels)

    + Strong understanding of hockey fundamentals, strategies, and safety practices

    + Ability to connect with and motivate high school athletes

    + Organized, communicative, and committed to team values

    + CPR/First Aid certification and MSHSL coaching certification (or willingness to complete upon hire)

    + Availability for afternoon/evening practices and weekend games

    Program Overview

    The Blake Girls Hockey program is a competitive co-op team that competes in the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL). With a tradition of excellence and player development, Blake values sports as a key component of the student experience. The JV team serves as a critical pipeline for player growth and varsity readiness.

     

    How to Apply

    Interested candidates should submit a resume and contact information for three references to:

    Kristi King

    Assistant Director of Athletics and Blake Girls Hockey Head Coach

    [email protected]

     

    Keyword: coach, athletic, school, education

     

    The Blake School is a pre-kindergarten through grade 12, co-educational, nonsectarian, independent day school enrolling 1,316 bright, talented students from nearly 56 Twin Cities-area communities. Founded in 1900, The Blake School has the advantage of facilities and campuses designed for specific developmental ages. Blake's mission is to engage students with a dynamic, academically challenging education in a diverse and supportive community committed to pluralism and a common set of values. Students pursue an integrated program of academic, artistic and athletic activities, preparing for college, lifelong learning and purposeful lives as community and global citizens. The school community is also guided by its Commitment to Pluralism and values (https://www.blakeschool.org/about/mission-values) .

     

    The Blake School believes that a diverse society enriches all individuals and communities. Diversity of race, ethnicity, national origin, geography, religion, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, age, physical ability, and marital, parental or economic status forms the fabric of our society. As a result of these beliefs, The Blake School actively seeks students, families and employees who value and contribute to the fullness of a diverse community within the context of its mission. In doing so, we recognize our responsibility to help make each person's experience a success. EOE

     

    From: The Blake School