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Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Coaching
Date Posted: 9/22/2025
Location: Crosby High School
Closing Date: October 10, 2025
Job Assignment Title High School Assistant Coach
Extracurricular Schedule Appendix B
Crosby-Assistant Boys Swimming Coach - Winter
Stipend $3,260
Reports To This assignment receives administrative direction from the Head Coach, Director of Sports or other administrator as assigned.
Summary of Assignment This assignment is accountable for assisting in instructing student athletes in a specific sports activity and providing leadership in helping each participating student achieve a high level of skill, 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.
High School diploma or GED.
Life Guard Certification – Swimming Only.
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 assigned sport.
Knowledge of the 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 ideas and directives 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.
Leadership ability.
Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Essential Functions
Assists head coach in planning and scheduling a regular program of practice in season in accordance with district policy and state athletic rules/regulations.
Assists head coach with end‑of‑year inventory and award information as requested.
Assists head coach with team rosters as requested.
Assists in efforts to improve the program.
Assists in managing athlete behavior during all athletic practices, competitions, and events.
Assists in overseeing the safety conditions of the facility/area in which the assigned sport is conducted at all times, especially when students are present.
Assists players in the care and prevention of injuries.
Assists the head coach in assigned sport and associated activities.
Assists the head coach in maintaining necessary attendance forms, accident reports and similar paperwork.
Assists the head coach in recommending purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms, as appropriate.
Assists the head coach, when necessary, in scheduling contests and transportation where applicable.
Attends clinics, camps, and seminars as required.
Attends coaches and rules interpretation meetings.
Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for achievement in the sport involved.
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.
Enforces discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times and assists in establishing and overseeing penalties for breach of such standards by individual students.
Ensures practice and repetition of fundamentals.
Ensures safety of students.
Evaluates assigned programs and submits written reports to the head coach at the conclusion of the season.
Provides a positive learning environment for the athletes.
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.
Working Conditions Physical demands include general athletic activities, occasional lifting and handling of equipment, and maintaining safety during practices and competitions.
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.
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Assistant Swim Coach
role at
Waterbury Public Schools .
Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Coaching
Date Posted: 9/22/2025
Location: Crosby High School
Closing Date: October 10, 2025
Job Assignment Title High School Assistant Coach
Extracurricular Schedule Appendix B
Crosby-Assistant Boys Swimming Coach - Winter
Stipend $3,260
Reports To This assignment receives administrative direction from the Head Coach, Director of Sports or other administrator as assigned.
Summary of Assignment This assignment is accountable for assisting in instructing student athletes in a specific sports activity and providing leadership in helping each participating student achieve a high level of skill, 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.
High School diploma or GED.
Life Guard Certification – Swimming Only.
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 assigned sport.
Knowledge of the 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 ideas and directives 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.
Leadership ability.
Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Essential Functions
Assists head coach in planning and scheduling a regular program of practice in season in accordance with district policy and state athletic rules/regulations.
Assists head coach with end‑of‑year inventory and award information as requested.
Assists head coach with team rosters as requested.
Assists in efforts to improve the program.
Assists in managing athlete behavior during all athletic practices, competitions, and events.
Assists in overseeing the safety conditions of the facility/area in which the assigned sport is conducted at all times, especially when students are present.
Assists players in the care and prevention of injuries.
Assists the head coach in assigned sport and associated activities.
Assists the head coach in maintaining necessary attendance forms, accident reports and similar paperwork.
Assists the head coach in recommending purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms, as appropriate.
Assists the head coach, when necessary, in scheduling contests and transportation where applicable.
Attends clinics, camps, and seminars as required.
Attends coaches and rules interpretation meetings.
Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for achievement in the sport involved.
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.
Enforces discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times and assists in establishing and overseeing penalties for breach of such standards by individual students.
Ensures practice and repetition of fundamentals.
Ensures safety of students.
Evaluates assigned programs and submits written reports to the head coach at the conclusion of the season.
Provides a positive learning environment for the athletes.
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.
Working Conditions Physical demands include general athletic activities, occasional lifting and handling of equipment, and maintaining safety during practices and competitions.
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.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Waterbury Public Schools by 2x.
Get notified about new Assistant Swim Coach jobs in Waterbury, CT.
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