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Alpine Ski Assistant Coach - Hopkins Public Schools
Posted on 2025-11-17 3:49:38 PM
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At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. As an academically rigorous and human-centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no “typical” Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning.
We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive.
We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.
You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins.
We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive.
We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.
You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins.
Job Summary:
- Support head coach at all times, with all populations.
- Work within the system of the program, for the betterment of the individuals and the program.
- Work with head coach to deliver quality and credible program.
- Take part in all peripheral aspects of the program, including scouting, booster functions, banquets, etc.
- Work with head coach in evaluation of students performance and capabilities.
- Other duties as assigned by head coach or activities director.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor''s degree, preferred.
- Substantial and positive experience as head or assistant coach/director.
- Knowledge of program needs and goals.
- Ability to work with all levels of skill and abilities.
- Confidentiality.
Required Knowledge:
- Rules, techniques, and fundamentals of alpine skiing and ski racing.
- Principles of athletic conditioning, flexibility, and injury prevention for skiers.
- MSHSL, NFHS, and school district policies and procedures governing athletics.
- Child development and positive coaching strategies.
- Equity, inclusion, and cultural competency in athletics.
- Ability to teach and demonstrate skiing techniques and race strategies effectively.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with athletes, parents, and staff.
- Ability to motivate, mentor, and develop student-athletes of varying skill levels.
- Strong organizational skills for managing practices, competitions, and program logistics.
- Ability to enforce rules and maintain discipline respectfully and fairly.
The position requires mobility on snow-covered terrain and in training environments, along with the stamina to ski, demonstrate techniques, and conduct practices in varying weather conditions. The coach must have the strength to move equipment such as gates, skis, and safety gear. Adequate vision is required to observe athlete performance from different angles on the course, and effective hearing and speech are essential for giving instructions in noisy outdoor settings.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed outdoors on ski slopes, in training facilities, locker rooms, and during travel to competitions. Exposure to cold weather, snow, ice, and varying outdoor conditions is required. Evening and weekend hours are expected during the alpine ski season. Travel to away meets, races, and events is required.
Hours & Compensation:
85 days total.
Stipend range: $1,500 - $3,200
Position specific Benefits information is available HERE
Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are located HERE
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