Winter Athletic Coaching Positions – Classical - 2026-2027 School Year (A121-2627)

Nimble; Connecticut; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Nimble in Hartford, CT is seeking Winter Athletic Coaches for the 2026-2027 school year at Classical Magnet School. The postings cover Boys Varsity Basketball, Boys Junior Varsity Basketball, Boys Freshman Basketball, Girls Varsity Basketball, Girls Junior Varsity Basketball, Coed Indoor Track and Field, Coed Assistant Indoor Track, and Strength and conditioning.

Coaches will develop student-athletes, enforce discipline, and work with the Supervisor of Athletics to schedule practices and

Qualifications

• Three years of successful coaching experience.
• Experience with staff, students and parents in urban settings.
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of CIAC and NFHS regulations.
• Must hold Teaching degree and CT Coaching Permit.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement coaching programs for winter teams.
• Coordinate practices, scheduling, and interscholastic contests with athletics supervisor.
• Ensure safety and proper equipment management.
• Maintain attendance, insurance, and accident records.
• Promote discipline, sportsmanship and student self-esteem.

Skills

Coaching

Discipline enforcement

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Urban school experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

CT Coaching Permit

Job description

POSTING NUMBER: A121-2627

POSTING DATE: October 1, 2026

CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

POSITION: Winter Athletic Coaching Positions – 2026-2027 School Year

LOCATION: Classical Magnet School

WINTER SPORTS

• Boys Varsity Basketball
• Boys Junior Varsity Basketball
• Boys Freshman Basketball
• Girls Varsity Basketball
• Girls Junior Varsity Basketball
• Coed Indoor Track and Field
• Coed Assistant Indoor Track
• 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.