Spring Athletic Coaching Positions – Great Path Academy - (A133-2526)

ReNEW Schools; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Hartford is seeking coaches for Spring Athletic Coaching Positions for the 2025-2026 school year. The role emphasizes the development of student-athletes, including skills in discipline and sportsmanship. Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree and have significant experience in coaching. Candidates must also be familiar with related regulations, and certifications related to coaching, First Aid, and CPR are required. Competitive salary based on contract terms will be offered.

Qualifications

• Three years successful experience in the identified coaching area.
• Successful experience in working with staff, students and parents in an urban setting.
• Knowledge of Hartford Public Schools’ regulations regarding coaching and athletics.
• Experience coaching in an urban school setting preferred.
• Ability to establish rules, enforce discipline, and coach student-athletes.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing development of coaching student-athletes.
• Help each student achieve a high level of skill and self-esteem.
• Coordinate and plan athletic programs.
• Work with staff, students and parents; ensure compliance with CIAC and NFHS rules.

Skills

Ability to establish written rules and regulation

Ability to enforce discipline and sportsmanlike behavior

Excellent leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Planning & scheduling

Safety oversight

CIAC regulations knowledge

NFHS regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field

Coaching Permit (CT)

First Aid & CPR certification

Concussion Training / Refresher Course

Mandated Reporter Training

Job description

POSTING NUMBER: A133-2526

POSTING DATE: February 4, 2026

CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

POSITION: Spring Athletic Coaching Positions – 2025-2026 School Year

LOCATION: Great Path Academy

SPRING SPORTS

• Esports
• Elementary/Intramural Rock Climbing

REPORTS TO: Principal

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.