Job Title: Assistant Coach - Girls Junior Varsity Hockey
Department: Athletics
Reports To: Head Varsity Coach & Director of Athletics
Location: The Blake School, Hopkins, MN
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
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
kking@blakeschool.org
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.
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