POSTING NUMBER : (A112-2526)
POSTING DATE : October 3, 2025
CLOSING DATE : Until Filled
POSITION : Winter Athletic Coaching Positions – 2025-2026 School Year
LOCATION : Capital Preparatory Magnet School
WINTER SPORTS :
- Boys’ Varsity Basketball
- Boys’ Junior Varsity Basketball
- Boys’ Freshmen Basketball
- Girls’ Varsity Basketball
- Girls’ Junior Varsity Basketball
- Coed Varsity Cheer
- Intramural Elementary – Cheerleading
- Varsity Indoor Track
- Developmental Indoor Track
- Intramural Elementary - Strength and Conditioning
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 regulationAbility 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 contestsAbility to recommend purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms as appropriate.Ability to maintain and complete necessary attendance forms, insurance records, accident reports and similarpaperwork.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 skillsKnowledge of Hartford Public Schools’ regulations regarding coaching and athleticsExperience and knowledge with CIAC and NFHS regulationsCERTIFICATION 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.