Job Description
POSTING DATE
October 9, 2025
CLOSING DATE
Until Filled
POSITION
Winter Athletic Coaching Positions – 2025-2026 School Year
LOCATION
Sports and Medical Sciences Academy
WINTER SPORTS
Boys Varsity Basketball
Boys Junior Varsity Basketball
Boys Freshman Basketball
Girls Varsity Basketball
Girls Junior Varsity Basketball
Coed Indoor Track Varsity
Coed Indoor Track Developmental
Coed Cheerleading
Elementary intramural - Strength and conditioning coach
REPORTS TO
Principal
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS
Within the framework of the entire athletic program, provides ongoing development and improvement of coaching student-athletes through coordination, planning, evaluation and implementation of programs. In addition, help each student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship and an increased level of self-esteem.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE
Ability to establish written rules and regulation
Ability to enforce discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times.
Ability to coach individual participants in skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved.
Ability to plan and schedule with the Supervisor of Athletics regular program of practice in season.
Ability to work closely with Supervisor in scheduling interscholastic contests
Ability to recommend purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms as appropriate.
Ability to maintain and complete necessary attendance forms, insurance records, accident reports and similar paperwork.
Ability to oversee safety conditions of the facility or areas in which assigned sport event is conducted.
Ability to provide for orderly distribution and collection of all athletic equipment.
Three years successful experience in the identified coaching area.
Successful experience in working with staff, students and parents in an urban setting.
Excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills
Knowledge of Hartford Public Schools’ regulations regarding coaching and athletics
Experience and knowledge with CIAC and NFHS regulations
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Current teachers on staff must have a Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field. Must hold a current Coaching Permit issued by the CT State Department of Education, a valid First Aid & CPR certification, and a current Concussion Training or Refresher Course (Module 15). Must complete Mandated Reporter Training and any other required district trainings upon hire.
SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary in accordance with HFT contract. Appendix B. Extra Pay for Extra Duty. Section I: Coaching and Physical Education.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
All current internal and external applicants must submit an online application. To apply, please visit the Hartford hiring portal at the following URL and follow the appropriate link:
Candidates must attach copies of a valid CPR/First Aid Card, Active Temporary Emergency or Five Year Renewable Coaching Permit, and Module 15 Concussions and Neck Injuries Course certificate to applications.
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