West Side Middle School Boys Basketball Coach

Waterbury Public Schools; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 3,200 - 3,800; Full time

Job summary

Waterbury Public Schools in Waterbury, CT is seeking a dedicated Middle School Coach to lead student athletes in a specified sport, foster discipline and sportsmanship, and help players develop skills and self-esteem.

The role involves planning practices, communicating with teachers and officials, ensuring safety, coordinating equipment, and attending clinics and meetings as required. A stipend is provided for the assignment.

Qualifications

• Valid Connecticut coaching permits or temporary permits.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• CPR and First Aid certificates.
• Life Guard certification for swimming.

Responsibilities

• Coach an assigned middle school sport.
• Schedule practices and non-league games.
• Purchase and manage equipment and supplies.
• Ensure student safety and injury prevention.
• Communicate with teachers and head coach on strategies.
• Attend clinics, camps, and meetings as required.
• Serve as role model for students.

Skills

Coaching techniques

Sport knowledge

Public speaking

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Coaching permits/certifications

High school diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid

Life Guard Certification

Job description

Division/Department

Athletics

August 20, 2026

Waterbury Public Schools

Job Assignment Title

Middle School Coach

Extracurricular Schedule

Appendix B West Side-Boys Basketball Coach - Winter

Division/Department

Athletics

STIPEND

$3,473

Closing Date

Until Filled

Reports To

This job assignment receives administrative direction from the Director of Sports, Principal, or other administrator as assigned.

Summary Of Assignment

This job assignment is accountable for instructing middle and/or alternate student athletes in a specific sports activity and providing leadership in helping each participating student achieve a high level of skill, and appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship and an increased level of self-esteem.

Minimum Education And Experience

• Certificate of Completion for Module 15 from the Connecticut Coaching Education Program.
• Connecticut State Department of Education Coach permit or Temporary Coach permit.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certificates.
• Life Guard Certification-Swimming Only.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Successful completion of pre-employment process.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a current Motor Vehicle operator's license.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of coaching techniques and human behavior;
• Knowledge of the specific sport;
• Knowledge of federal, State and Board policies and regulations regarding student conduct and appropriate disciplinary action;
• Basic skills in equipment repair and maintenance as applicable;
• Coaching skills;
• Effective, active listening skills;
• Organizational and problem-solving skills;
• Public speaking skills;
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing;
• Ability to diffuse potentially volatile situations;
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with students;
• Ability to physically perform essential functions;
• Ability to recognize and treat minor athletic injuries;
• Ability to work assigned hours;
• Ability to work effectively with others;
• Coaching ability;
• Leadership ability;
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Essential Functions

• Assists in efforts to improve the program;
• Assists in scheduling non-league games and officials;
• Assists in the purchase of equipment and supplies;
• Assists players in the care and prevention of injuries;
• Assists preparation of outside facilities for all practice sessions;
• Attends clinics, camps, and seminars as required;
• Attends coaches and rules interpretation meetings;
• Coaches an assigned sport at the middle school level;
• Collects all uniforms and equipment at the end of the season;
• Communicates with classroom teachers to encourage individual success of each player;
• Communicates with head coach regarding coaching strategies and procedures;
• Complies with Board policies and District procedures in the development and maintenance of the interscholastic athletics program;
• Conducts oneself with tact and diplomacy;
• Develops and enforces training rules;
• Enforces eligibility requirements;
• Ensures appropriate dress at practices and events;
• Ensures practice and repetition of fundamentals;
• Ensures proper care of equipment;
• Ensures proper organization of practices and drills;
• Ensures safety of students;
• Ensures that all tasks are completed in a timely manner;
• Ensures the proper conduct and actions of team players at all times;
• Evaluates players;
• Follows all applicable State laws and CIAC regulations as outlined in the CIAC Handbook;
• Instructs and supervises team managers in game and practice preparation;
• Interacts in a positive manner with staff, students, and parents;
• Is encouraged to attend varsity and other district sponsored sporting events;
• Is encouraged to tape and review game films;
• Maintains respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., student athlete grades for eligibility purposes, etc.;
• Maintains respect for and support of middle school athletic program;
• Maintains satisfactory attendance;
• Oversees the condition of the locker room;
• Participates in awards program and distributes awards to players;
• Promotes good public relations through personal appearance, attitude, and conversation;
• Provides a positive learning environment for athletes;
• Provides information and reports to Director in a timely manner;
• Reports all injuries to school nurse and/or principal;
• Responds to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner;
• Responsible for the issuance, care and inventory of equipment, supplies, and uniforms;
• Schedules fundraising activities as approved by the Principal;
• Schedules, plans, and conducts all practice sessions and scrimmages as approved by the Principal;
• Serves as a role model for students;
• Verifies that players have turned in physical forms and other necessary paperwork to the school nurse prior to engaging in the sport.

Physical And Mental Requirements

Individuals appointed to these assignments must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the assignment.

NEVER (N) OCCASIONALLY (O) FREQUENTLY (F) CONSTANTLY (C)

0 % of Shift1-33% of Shift34-66% of Shift67-100% of Shift

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Physical Demands

Depth Perception

X

Standing

X

Color Distinction

X

Walking

X

Peripheral Vision

X

Sitting

X

Driving

X

Lifting

X

Physical Strength

Carrying

X

Little Physical Effort (-10 lbs.)

X

Pushing

X

Light Work (-20 lbs.)

X

Pulling

X

Medium Work (20-50 lbs.)

X

Climbing

X

Heavy Work (50-100 lbs.)

X

Balancing

X

Very Heavy Work (100+ lbs.)

X

Stooping

X

Environmental Conditions

Kneeling

X

Cold (50 degrees F or less)

X

Crouching

X

Heat (90 degrees F or more)

X

Crawling

X

Temperature Changes

X

Reaching

X

Wetness

X

Handling

X

Humidity

X

Grasping

X

Extreme Noise or Vibration

X

Twisting

X

Exposure to Chemicals

X

Feeling

X

Exposure to Gases and Fumes

X

Talking

X

Exposure to Unpleasant Odors

X

Hearing

X

Exposure to bodily fluids

X

Repetitive Motion

X

Exposure to dampness

X

Hand/Eye/Foot Coordination

X

Confinement to Small or Restricting Area

X

Visual Acuity/Near

X

Mechanical Hazards

X

Visual Acuity/Far

X

Physical danger or abuse

X

Vacancy will be filled by qualified active Teacher in the WTA bargaining unit working at the building where the vacancy exist in accordance to Article 10(2) and 10(6)(a). If there is no qualified active teacher applying as noted above, then the vacancy shall be filled by qualified active teachers who work within the school district.

Waterbury Public School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/H/V

Candidates from diverse racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply

September 24, 2019