Lead Fall Athletic Coach — Varsity & JV Programs

Hartfordschools; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools is hiring Fall Athletic Coaching Positions for the 2026-2027 school year at Capital Preparatory Magnet School. The roles involve coaching various sports including football, cross country, and soccer, focusing on student development and sportsmanship.

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and hold a Coaching Permit. Experience in urban settings and strong leadership skills are essential. Salary is in accordance with the HFT contract.

Qualifications

• Three years successful experience in the identified coaching area.
• Successful experience in working with staff, students and parents in an urban setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve coaching programs for student-athletes.
• Plan and schedule regular practice programs for the sport.

Skills

Ability to establish written rules and regulations

Ability to enforce discipline and sportsmanlike behavior

Ability to coach individual participants

Excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

Job description

POSTING NUMBER:A101-2627

POSTING DATE:June 2, 2026

CLOSING DATE:Until Filled

POSITION:Fall Athletic Coaching Positions – 2026-2027 School Year

LOCATION: Capital Preparatory Magnet School

FALL SPORTS:

·Head Varsity Football

·Assistant Varsity Football

·Head Freshmen Football

·Assistant Freshmen Football

·Head Varsity Cross Country

·Assistant Varsity Cross Country

·Head Varsity Girls’ Soccer

·Assistant Girls Varsity Soccer

·Head Varsity Volleyball

·Junior Varsity Volleyball

·Cheerleading

Girls, Boys, and Co-Ed Teams Available

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 internaland external applicants must submit an online application.To apply, please visit https://app.hirenimble.com/jobs/hartford 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.