POSTING NUMBER:
A126-2526
POSTING DATE:
January 12, 2026
CLOSING DATE:
Until Filled
POSITION:
Spring Athletic Coaching Positions – 2025-2026 School Year
LOCATION:
Capital Preparatory Magnet School
SPRING SPORTS:
- Varsity Softball
- Assistant Varsity Softball
- Boys Varsity Lacrosse
- Assistant Boys Varsityrosse
- Boys Varsity Volleyball
- Assistant Boys Volleyball
- Coed Varsity Outdoor Track
- Assistant Coed Outdoor Track
- Girls Varsity Flag Football
- Coed Strength and Conditioning
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 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.