Indoor Track Assistant Coach | High School Athletics

Waterbury Public Schools; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 3,000 - 3,700; Part time

Job summary

Waterbury Public Schools seeks an Assistant Coach for Waterbury Career Academy High School to assist the head coach in planning practices, supervising student-athletes, and promoting discipline and sportsmanship. The role emphasizes skill development and leadership, with obligations to safety and equipment management.

The position requires coaching credentials, CPR/First Aid, lifeguard certification (swimming), and a high school diploma or GED, with pre-employment completion.

Qualifications

• Certificate of Completion for Module 15 from the Connecticut Coaching Education Program.
• Connecticut State Department of Education Coach permit or Temporary Coach permit.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certificates.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Life Guard Certification-Swimming Only.
• Successful completion of pre-employment process.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a current Motor Vehicle operator's license.

Responsibilities

• Assists head coach in planning and scheduling a regular program of practice in season in accordance with District policy and State athletic rules/regulations.
• Assists head coach with end of year inventory and award information as requested.
• Assists head coach with team rosters as requested.
• Assists in efforts to improve the program.
• Assists in managing athlete behavior during all athletic practices, competitions, and events.
• Assists in overseeing the safety conditions of the facility/area in which assigned sport is conducted at all times, especially, when students are present.
• Assists players in the care and prevention of injuries.
• Assists the head coach in assigned sport and associated activities.
• Assists the head coach in maintaining necessary attendance forms, accident reports and similar paperwork.
• Assists the head coach in recommending purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms, as appropriate.
• Assists the head coach, when necessary, in scheduling contests and transportation where applicable.
• Attends clinics, camps, and seminars as required.
• Attends coaches and rules interpretation meetings.
• Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for achievement in the sport involved.
• Collects all uniforms and equipment at the end of the season.
• Communicates with classroom teachers to encourage individual success of each player.
• Communicates with head coach regarding coaching strategies and procedures.
• Complies with Board policies and District procedures in the development and maintenance of the interscholastic athletics program;
• Conducts oneself with tact and diplomacy;
• Enforces discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times and assists in establishing and overseeing penalties for breach of such standards by individual students;
• Enforces rules and regulations which have been established by the head coach and distributes copies of same to all team members prior to the start of the season;
• Ensures appropriate attire at practices and events;
• Ensures practice and repetition of fundamentals;
• Ensures proper care of equipment;
• Ensures proper organization of practices and drills;
• Ensures safety of students;
• Ensures that all tasks are completed in a timely manner;
• Evaluates assigned programs and submits written reports to the head coach at the conclusion of the season;
• Follows all applicable State laws and CIAC regulations as outlined in the CIAC Handbook;
• Follows District procedures in establishing performance criteria for eligibility in interscholastic competition in assigned sport;
• Interacts in a positive manner with staff, students, and parents;
• Is encouraged to tape and review game films;
• Maintains complete and accurate records (e.g., attendance forms, file accident reports, etc.);
• Maintains respect at all times for confidential information;
• Maintains satisfactory attendance;
• Oversees the condition of the locker room;
• Participates in awards program by distributing awards to the players;
• Plans and schedules with the head coach a regular program of practice in season;
• Promotes good public relations through personal appearance, attitude, and conversation;
• Provides a positive learning environment for the athletes;
• Provides for the orderly distribution and collection of all athletic equipment;
• Reports all injuries to school nurse or principal;
• Responds to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner;
• Serves as a role model for students;
• Shares responsibility with head coach for field or court preparation;
• Submits physical forms and other necessary paperwork to the school nurse prior to engaging in the sport;
• Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.

Skills

Coaching techniques

Sport knowledge

Public speaking

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Diversity sensitivity

Safety awareness

Education

Certificate of Completion for Module 15

Coaching permits (CT DOE)

CPR & First Aid Certification

High School diploma or GED

Lifeguard Certification (Swimming)

Pre-employment process completed

Motor Vehicle license (if required)

Job description

Waterbury Public Schools seeks an Assistant Coach for Waterbury Career Academy High School to assist the head coach in planning practices, supervising student-athletes, and promoting discipline and sportsmanship. The role emphasizes skill development and leadership, with obligations to safety and equipment management.

The position requires coaching credentials, CPR/First Aid, lifeguard certification (swimming), and a high school diploma or GED, with pre-employment completion.