Spring Athletic Coaching Positions – UHSSE - 2026-2027 School Year (A133-2627)

Hartford Public Schools; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford Public Schools seeks Spring Athletic Coaches for the 2026-2027 school year at University High School of Science and Engineering. Coaches will develop student-athletes across multiple teams and events in a dynamic urban environment.

The role requires coaching certification, a Bachelor's in education or related field, and CT coaching permitting, with emphasis on leadership, discipline and teamwork. Honorifics include safety and compliance with CIAC/NFHS rules.

Qualifications

• Current teachers on staff must have a Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
• Coaching Permit issued by the CT State Department of Education is required.
• Must hold a valid First Aid & CPR certification and a Concussion Training or Refresher Course.
• Must complete Mandated Reporter Training and any other required district trainings on hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve coaching student-athletes through coordination, planning, evaluation and program implementation.
• Help each student achieve a high level of skill, discipline and sportsmanship and build self-esteem.
• Plan and schedule regular practice programs in season with the Supervisor of Athletics, and coordinate with interscholastic contests.

Skills

Coaching

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Discipline enforcement

Scheduling

Urban experience

Equipment management

Safety oversight

CIAC/NFHS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Coaching Permit

First Aid & CPR

Concussion Training

Mandated Reporter Training

Job description

POSTING NUMBER

A133-2627

POSTING DATE

November 6, 2026

CLOSING DATE

Until Filled

POSITION

Spring Athletic Coaching Positions - 2026-2027 School Year

LOCATION

University High School of Science and Engineering

SPRING SPORTS

• Coed Varsity Outdoor Track
• Coed Asst. Varsity Outdoor Track
• Coed Developmental Outdoor Track
• Boys Asst Varsity Volleyball
• Varsity Softball
• Varsity Baseball
• E Sports
• Girls Varsity Flag Football
• Strength and Conditioning

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.