Assistant Fencing Coach — After-School & Competitive Play

WATERFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Waterford (CT); On-site; USD 3,000 - 4,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

WFCT stipend

Job summary

Waterford High School in Waterford, CT seeks an Assistant Fencing Coach to lead after-school practices and help coordinate weekend meets. This 1.0 position may be split into two 0.5 roles.

Candidates should have Connecticut Coaching Certification, strong fencing fundamentals (footwork and at least one weapon), and experience coaching at high school, collegiate, or club levels. Ability to troubleshoot gear and support event logistics is valued.

Qualifications

• CT Coaching Certification is required.
• Experience coaching at high school, collegiate, or club level preferred.
• Basic Armory: troubleshoot and repair gear (fixing body cords, testing tip tension, wiring blades).
• Schedule availability: after-school practices and weekend meets/tournaments

Responsibilities

• Lead after-school fencing practices and mentor athletes.
• Coordinate and attend weekend meets and tournaments.
• Support equipment setup, maintenance, and safety checks.

Skills

Fencing

Footwork

Coaching

Weapon knowledge

Tools

Gear repair

Job description

Waterford High School in Waterford, CT seeks an Assistant Fencing Coach to lead after-school practices and help coordinate weekend meets. This 1.0 position may be split into two 0.5 roles.

Candidates should have Connecticut Coaching Certification, strong fencing fundamentals (footwork and at least one weapon), and experience coaching at high school, collegiate, or club levels. Ability to troubleshoot gear and support event logistics is valued.