Assistant Football Coach

Waterford Public Schools has a vacancy for a team-oriented individual. Waterford Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Football Coach at Waterford High School effective for the Fall of the 2025-26 school year.

Waterford Public Schools serves approximately 2,400 students in grades PK-12. Our district is actively seeking to diversify its administration, faculty, and staff to better reflect our students’ multiple identities and to bring a broader range of experiences into our district to continue to enhance the teaching and learning for ALL. Waterford’s Mission and Strategic Plan guide us as we take action to engage all voices to examine practices, imagine possibilities and create an equitable, diverse community with “One Team, One Purpose, Putting Our Students First!”

The District’s facilities include three elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. The Waterford community strongly supports the public schools and has high expectations for staff and students. According to the State of Connecticut Next Generation Performance Accountability System, Waterford Public Schools ranks in the top third of K-12 school districts in the state. The Waterford Board of Education is a nine-member elected body.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the head coach in planning and conducting practices, drills, and game strategies.

• Provide individual and group instruction to develop player skills, strength, and conditioning.

• Support game-day operations, including play calling, sideline management, and player rotations.

• Monitor and ensure player safety, including proper warm-ups, hydration, and injury prevention.

• Assist in scouting opponents and reviewing game film for analysis and strategy development.

• Foster positive relationships with student-athletes, emphasizing discipline, teamwork, and academic accountability.

• Communicate with parents, administration, and other coaching staff as needed.

• Adhere to all school, league, and state athletic policies and regulations.

• Support fundraising, team events, and community engagement activities.

• Coach Sub-varsity as needed. 

• Other roles as required.

 Qualifications:

• CT Coaching Certification required

• Previous experience coaching football at the high school, college, or youth level preferred.

• Strong knowledge of football fundamentals, strategy, and player development.

• Ability to effectively communicate with players, coaching staff, and parents.

• Commitment to fostering a positive team culture and sportsmanship.

• CPR, First Aid, and concussion certification (or willingness to obtain).

• Ability to pass all required background checks and certifications as mandated by the school district and state.

• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and travel for games as required.

Stipend per WFCT agreement . https://waterford.ss16.sharpschool.com/our_district/departments/hr/contracts/waterford_federation_of_classroom_teachers

This vacancy is posted as open until filled.