The Sports Facilities Companies·Overland Park, Kansas
The Sports Coach is responsible for leading youth and adult ice sports programs, including leagues, clinics, and private training sessions. They will design and implement training curricula while providing motivational feedback to athletes in a safe, positive environment.
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 AdventHealth Sports Park at Bluhawk 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 2 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
Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience coaching youth sports and possess strong expertise in ice sports such as hockey or figure skating. A professional demeanor, excellent communication skills, and current CPR/First Aid certifications are required.
Market context
In Kansas, youth sports coaching roles often draw steady interest from candidates with rink or team-sport experience, especially when schedules include after-school and weekend coverage. This position is competitive because it asks for at least 2 years coaching youth sports plus a strong hockey, figure skating, or speed skating background, along with CPR/First Aid readiness and flexible availability. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and schedule fit before applying.