Football Assistant Coach — Build Skills & Lead Team

Norwalk Public Schools; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 5,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

A school district in Norwalk, Connecticut is looking for an Assistant Coach for Football for the 2026-2027 school year. This role involves coaching student athletes and motivating them to develop skills in the sport. Responsibilities include developing practice schedules, assessing players, and ensuring academic eligibility. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, coaching certification, and ideally have some experience working with teenage athletes. This position offers a unique opportunity to positively impact students in athletics.

Qualifications

• Experience at the high school or college level preferred.
• Three years of high school coaching experience or a higher level required.
• Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with coach student-athletes in game strategies and techniques.
• Encourage potential athletes to participate in the sport.
• Develop and organize practice schedules for individual and team development.
• Monitor academic performance of team members.

Skills

Experience working with teenage athletes

Knowledge and previous experience in coaching

Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly

Effective, active listening skills

Ability to work effectively with others

Organizational and problem-solving skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

CT SDE coaching certification

American Red Cross Lifeguard certification

Current First Aid/CPR/AED Training

Connecticut Coaching Module #15 certificate

Job description

A school district in Norwalk, Connecticut is looking for an Assistant Coach for Football for the 2026-2027 school year. This role involves coaching student athletes and motivating them to develop skills in the sport. Responsibilities include developing practice schedules, assessing players, and ensuring academic eligibility. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, coaching certification, and ideally have some experience working with teenage athletes. This position offers a unique opportunity to positively impact students in athletics.