Activities​/Athletics

Position: Activities / Athletics
Job Description:

SUMMARY:

To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team

success while at the same time helping the athlete to achieve an appreciation for the values of discipline, sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Other duties may be assigned.

* Has full responsibility for the overall supervision of their program, including the junior varsity and freshman teams.

* Is in charge of assignments and duties of assistant coaches working in their sport.

* Is responsible for the general upkeep, protection, and inventory of the equipment and uniforms used in their sport including the junior varsity and freshman teams.

* Is responsible for assuring that assistant coaches and themselves know the existing state and league regulations and abide by them at all times.

* Assist the athletic coordinator in providing transportation and requirements for tournament and special sport events.

* Attend all league meetings regarding scheduling and rule updates specific to their sport.

* Responsible for developing their schedules for all levels of play.

* Communicates all schedule changes to the Director of Athletics or athletic coordinator.

* Provides proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned equipment storage areas.

* Assist in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices, and adheres to scheduled facility times.

* Makes recommendations for awards and is responsible for clarification of the award policy to athletes.

* and additional

NOTE:

Coaches must meet certification requirements set by the State of Connecticut.

Coaching Certificate Required.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

* Valid Connecticut coaching certification or temporary emergency coaching permit.

* Updated CPR/First Aid training approved by Connecticut State Department of Education.

* Has the ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.

* Has substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport.

EXPECTATIONS:

Staff assigned to these positions is expected to perform their duties with the following expectations in mind:

* All supervisory responsibilities must be fulfilled. In particular, students must be supervised at all times.

* Ability to read, interpret directions, write reports and communicate effectively with students, parents and other staff.

* Ability to calculate figures and perform any math functions associated with the position and provides budget input when requested.

* Ability to apply common sense and deal with problems in a practical and reasonable manner.

* Ability to apply basic computer knowledge to the activity at hand.

* Ability to perform duties with all district and Board of Education guidelines and policies in mind.

* Knowledge of and/or experience in the activity.

* Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position that may vary widely depending on the activity.

START DATE:

March 1, 2026

SALARY:
Appropriate placement on the negotiated teachers A-2 schedule.

APPLICATION:
Internal applicants can fill out an internal application by December 11, 2025. All others fill out an online application at