Westbrook Middle School Coaching

Sylvania; Westbrook (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a dedicated coach in Westbrook, Connecticut. The role involves creating a supportive environment, planning sport-specific practices, and collaborating with the varsity coach.

Applicants must hold a valid CT 5-year coaching permit and CPR/First Aid certification. The role entails evaluating athletes, maintaining attendance, and supervising practices and games. Interested candidates should apply electronically via Red Rover, attaching necessary documents.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid CT 5-year coaching permit.
• Valid CPR/First Aid Certification is required.
• Ability to maintain an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an inclusive environment.
• Create a culture that builds team success.
• Plan and conduct sport-specific daily practice plans.
• Evaluate the skills and abilities of athletes.
• Supervise practices, games, and travel.
• Prepare and implement appropriate strategies for competitive game success.
• Understand the game and rules of the sport.
• Evaluate the skills and abilities of athletes.
• Supervise practices, games, and travel on bus.
• Maintain attendance.
• Attend mandatory meetings.
• Attend the end‑of‑the‑season award night.
• Attend the player and parent/guardian meeting organized by the varsity coach at the beginning of the season.
• Help oversee uniform distribution and collection and maintain appropriate records.
• Complete end‑of‑the‑year evaluations.
• Communicate with the Dean of Students, Activities, and Athletics and the Athletic Trainer on a regular basis.

Skills

Coaching expertise

Team building

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Valid CT 5-year coaching permit

Valid CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

Pay Rate

In accordance with the WEA contract

Requirements

• Valid CT 5 year coaching permit
• Valid CPR/First Aid Certification

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain an inclusive environment
• Create a culture that builds team success
• Encourage and support academic success for athletes
• Collaborate with the varsity coach
• Plan and conduct sport‑specific daily practice plans
• Prepare and implement appropriate strategies for competitive game success
• Understand the game and rules of the sport
• Evaluate the skills and abilities of athletes
• Supervise practices, games, and travel on bus
• Maintain attendance
• Attend mandatory meetings
• Attend the end‑of‑the‑season award night
• Attend the player and parent/guardian meeting organized by the varsity coach at the beginning of the season
• Help oversee uniform distribution and collection and maintain appropriate records
• Complete end‑of‑the‑year evaluations
• Communicate with the Dean of Students, Activities, and Athletics and the Athletic Trainer on a regular basis

All applicants must complete an electronic application via Red Rover: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/westbrook. Please be sure to attach a detailed cover letter along with a copy of your coaching and CPR/first aid certifications, resume, and three letters of recommendation. Paper and emailed applications and documents will not be accepted.

The Westbrook Board of Education does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or leaning disability) genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal non discrimination laws. The Connecticut State Department of Education does not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction.

Application Deadline: Until filled.