Associate Head Boys Varsity Ice Hockey Coach
Position Overview
Kents Hill is seeking an Associate Head Boys Varsity Ice Hockey Coach who is passionate about the role athletics can play in the education and character development of student-athletes. The coach will be responsible for working with the Director of Hockey Operations on team development, and committed to building and sustaining a competitive program that will represent Kents Hill in the New England Preparatory School Athletic Council (NEPSAC).
The Associate Head Coach is also responsible for the administrative operations of the team including managing and reporting player and team statistics, recording player attendance, and attending league meetings in support of a safe and dynamic player experience.
Working in conjunction with the Kents Hill School Admissions Office, they will guide prospective student-athlete's families through all stages of the admissions process. In addition, the Associate Head Coach will work collaboratively with the KHS college counseling office in helping student-athletes who wish to play at the collegiate level after they graduate.
The ideal candidate will have the ability to support players from a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences and possess a strong ethical coaching philosophy with an emphasis on player development and a positive team culture.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Bachelor's degree
- Competed at the NCAA level
- 1-3 years of coaching experience at the high school, club, or college level
- Knowledge of NCAA college hockey programs and the recruitment process
- Valid driver's license
- Positive attitude and collaborative spirit
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
HOW TO APPLY
This is a part-time stipend position with responsibilities from early November through early March. Candidates with additional coaching experience or skills matched to other open positions on Kents Hill's Join Our Team webpage will be strongly considered. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume to hr@kentshill.org with the subject line Associate Head Boys Varsity Ice Hockey Coach.
Kents Hill School is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
About Kents Hill School
Founded in 1824, Kents Hill School is one of the oldest independent co-educational schools in the United States. Nestled on a sprawling 400-acre campus in the heart of Central Maine, Kents Hill is a vibrant community of 225 boarding and day students, alongside 90 dedicated faculty and staff who support the school, its programs, and the student experience. In a community that is purposefully small, Kents Hill crafts an academic and co-curricular experience where students are able to be their authentic selves and make meaningful connections.