Under the oversight of the Head Coaching staff, provide specialized position coaching and tactical support to goaltenders across both the men’s and women’s ice hockey programs through position-specific training. Coach and mentor student-athletes in support of their growth as high-performing competitors and active members of the Middlebury College community.
This is considered a part-time, hourly, non-benefits eligible position. The minimum starting rate for the position is $25.20 per hour.
Core Responsibilities
- Coach the technical and tactical aspects of goaltending in practices and competitions
- Recruit prospective student-athletes within the rules and regulations of Middlebury, NESCAC and the NCAA.
- Assist the head coach in preparing for daily practice including but not limited to developing daily practice plans.
- Assist the head coach in preparing for competition including but not limited to scouting of opponents and developing scouting reports.
- Assist the head coach with the administration of the program including but not limited to travel plans, equipment purchasing, and budgeting.
- Mentor and provide support for student-athletes in support of their development in the sport as well as in their academics and personal development.
- Assist the head coach in developing and delivering programming relative to student-athlete development including but not limited to mental health, DEI, leadership, sexual violence prevention, and hazing.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the head coach or Director of Athletics in support of the program or department. This may include event management, strength and conditioning or teaching required classes in Physical Education.
Come join us and be a part of our team!
Middlebury College is an equal-opportunity employer where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. To this end, the College recruits talented and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across the United States and around the world. Middlebury College encourages applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, and members of other protected classes and historically underrepresented communities. The College also invites applications from individuals who demonstrate an ongoing commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Requirements
Position Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred.
- Experience playing and coaching at the collegiate level preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of constituents through strong interpersonal skills, both written and oral.
- Demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of issues of diversity, equity and inclusion.
- Excels in organizational skills, computer skills, and able to prioritize multiple tasks with attention to detail.
- Works effectively within a diverse department and team as well as independently.
- Must maintain appropriate certifications in CPR/AED/First Aid and must complete the annual NCAA Division III Rules Test.
- Must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and if requested a college vehicle license.
Physical Demands & Working Conditions
- Criminal Background Check
- Long and irregular hours, including early morning, nights and weekends.
- Long hours in practice that may demand physical exertion and skating around the practice venue.
- Extensive travel for recruiting and competitions.
Benefits
As an employee of Middlebury College, you will enjoy being part of a vibrant supportive community.
- Middlebury Colleges offers its employees excellent compensation and other perks of employment including:
- MiddCard Privileges: access to athletic facilities, discounts at the College store, library privileges, and discounts at cultural and sporting events.
- A full listing of our benefit offerings can be found on our website by following this web link: https://www.middlebury.edu/office/human-resources/...
- Or click see some of the other fun perks of working at Middlebury, whether in Vermont or Monterey!
- Come join us and be a part of our team!