Spring Athletics Coach — Urban School Programs

Hartford Public Schools; Hockanum (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford Public Schools seeks Spring Athletic Coaches for the 2026-2027 school year at Classical Magnet School. Roles include coaching multiple spring sports, coordinating practices and contests, and promoting discipline and sportsmanship.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in education, CT Coaching Permit, First Aid/CPR, concussion training, and experience in urban education settings. Prioritizes safety and program development.

Qualifications

• Three years successful experience in the identified coaching area.
• Experience 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.
• Current CT Coaching Permit and First Aid/CPR certification; Concussion training.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, plan, evaluate and implement athletic programs.
• Develop and schedule practices in-season with Athletics Supervisor.
• Schedule interscholastic contests with the Supervisor of Athletics.
• Recommend equipment, supplies and uniforms as appropriate.
• Maintain attendance forms, insurance records and accident reports.
• Oversee safety conditions of facilities during sport events.

Skills

Written rules

Discipline enforcement

Coaching fundamentals

Practice scheduling

Inter-scholastic scheduling

Equipment management

Attendance records

Safety oversight

Equipment distribution

Coaching experience (3 yrs)

Urban setting experience

Leadership & communication

Regulations knowledge (CIAC/NFHS)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

Job description

Hartford Public Schools seeks Spring Athletic Coaches for the 2026-2027 school year at Classical Magnet School. Roles include coaching multiple spring sports, coordinating practices and contests, and promoting discipline and sportsmanship.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in education, CT Coaching Permit, First Aid/CPR, concussion training, and experience in urban education settings. Prioritizes safety and program development.