The Sports Facilities Companies·Little Falls, New Jersey
Lead youth and adult ice sports offerings, including leagues, classes, and camps. Design and implement training programs to develop athletes' technical skills and physical conditioning in a safe environment.
Sports Coach - Montclair State University Ice Arena Sports Facilities Management, LLC LOCATION: Little Falls, NJ DEPARTMENT: FITNESS REPORTS TO: HOCKEY DIRECTOR STATUS: PART-TIME (NON-EXEMPT) ABOUT THE COMPANY: Montclair State University Ice Arena is a premier sport, recreation and entertainment destination focused on improving the health and economic vitality of Little Fall, NJ You will be joining a championship level team focused on fun, fulfillment and service built to enrich the community as well as your career and personal growth.
Montclair State University Ice Arena is managed by Sports Facilities Management, LLC (SFM), a Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) Organization.
SFC is the nation's leading resource for managing and developing sports, recreation, wellness, and events facilities.
We provide a highly collaborative and supportive culture that raises our team members to new levels of career growth.
Together, we will carve a path in a hyper-growing industry where you will enjoy the journey and learn from the industry's best while having some fun.
SFC was awarded national recognition as a Top Workplace and is considered a workplace of choice.
Our mission-focused company is highly entrepreneurial, team-oriented with a culture centered on collaboration, accountability, excellence, and service.
We are growing rapidly and looking for high performers at every level to grow with us.
Sports Coach will lead the facility's youth (and some adult) sports offerings, including, but not limited to: Leagues, Developmental Classes (ages 3-8), After-School/Home School programs, Clinics, Camps, Private/Semi-Private Trainings, Sports Performance Sessions, and Birthday Parties. The Sports Coach at The Skating Edge Ice Arena is responsible for coaching and developing athletes in various ice sports, such as hockey, figure skating, or speed skating. This role involves designing and implementing training programs, providing instruction and feedback, and fostering a positive and competitive environment for athletes. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: Teaching relevant skills, tactics, and techniques to a wide range of athletes, individuals and group Develop and implement training programs tailored to the skill levels and goals of athletes Conduct on-ice and off-ice training sessions, focusing on technical skills, tactics, and physical conditioning Teach fundamental and advanced techniques in the specific ice sport Monitoring, evaluating, and enhancing athlete performance and needs. Providing suitable feedback via positivity, encouragement, example, and motivation Demonstrating an activity clearly by breaking down the task or technique into a sequence Friendly and courteous with athletes, parents, and team members Identifying athlete strengths and areas for development Ensuring a safe environment for all athletes Implementing the curriculum in an accurate, creative, positive, and efficient fashion THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: Coaching licenses (or active pursuit of) preferred Familiarity with contemporary coaching methodology Neat in appearance and professional in manner and communication Inspiring confidence and self-belief REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: At least 5 years of appropriate coaching/teaching sport in youth programs for athletes of various aptitudes Proven experience as a coach or in a related role, with a strong background in the specific ice sport (hockey, figure skating, speed skating, etc.) Ability to demonstrate and participate in on-ice activities Must have excellent interpersonal, problem solving and communication skills Must be a team player Must have excellent communication skills Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, predominately after-school and weekends Must possess current CPR/FIRST AID certifications, or willingness to obtain within a specified period WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to move or lift lightweight equipment Work is performed in an ice arena environment, which includes cold temperatures and varying noise levels Position requires standing and activity for extended periods of time (indoors or outdoors), squatting, stooping, jogging, or bending into awkward positions while performing job functions
Requires at least 5 years of experience coaching youth sports with a strong background in hockey, figure skating, or speed skating. Must possess or be willing to obtain CPR/First Aid certifications and be available for a flexible schedule including weekends.
Market context
Sports coaching roles in New Jersey often draw steady interest, especially when they involve youth development and ice sports. This position is competitive because it calls for deep coaching experience, a strong hockey or skating background, and flexibility for weekends, plus CPR/First Aid readiness. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certification status and tailor your application to your youth coaching experience.