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Assistant Football Coach

WAKEMAN BOYS & GIRLS CLUB·Bridgeport, Connecticut

Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 4 months ago
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About the role

The coach is responsible for instructing student athletes in football strategies, techniques, and rules while ensuring their safety and academic eligibility. They also manage practice schedules, maintain equipment, and foster a positive environment for youth development.

Primary function

  • The Wakeman Boys & Girls Club is looking for energetic and responsible coach who has a passion for working with children to join our organization in our Football League. This position will help motivate student athletes to develop an appreciate the sport. Coaches will also be responsible for coaching student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition. A primary function of this and every other job at Wakeman Boys & Girls Club is to ensure that each member, guest, and visitor receives the highest caliber of service.
  • KEY
  • ROLES (Essential
  • Job
  • Responsibilities): Assist in organizational meetings for team prospects and encourage potential athletes to participate in the sport. Assesses player's skills and assigns team positions. Assist and attend all practice and be at the practice site 15 minutes prior to practice starting. Implements a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development. Works with the program director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition. Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport. Observes players during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement. Establishes and maintains standards of members behavior and always provides proper supervision of athletes. Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met. Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury. Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program. Models' sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators. Acts as a team representative and promotes the sport by communicating with community partners. Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms. Participates in special activities to include parent's night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies. Interact in a positive manner with staff, youth members, parents, and volunteers. Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation. This position may require standing for long periods of time. This position may require lifting items up to 50lbs.
  • Additional
  • REPSONSIBILITIES: Experience working with young children, especially middle school students. Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Effective, active listening skills. Effective coaching techniques and skills. Ability to work effectively with others. Organizational and problem-solving skills. Basic computer skills.

Requirements

USA Football Certification. CPR & AED Certification (First Aid not required). Boys & Girls Club or youth organization experience preferred. Experience working with youth grades 3rd-8th. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior. Knowledge of youth development strategies. Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. COMPENSATION (one-time stipend payment; varies by position): Assistant Football Coach: $1,000.00 DISCLAIMER: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Job Type: Part-time Work Location: In person

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut
Posted
Apr 10, 2026
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Hiring organization

WAKEMAN BOYS & GIRLS CLUB

Alumni, parents, partners, friends and fans - connect with us! The mission of Wakeman Boys & Girls Club is to guide and inspire young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. The Southport Clubhouse...

Salary listed on 4 jobs
IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size51-200 employees
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Assistant football coach openings in Connecticut often draw candidates with youth coaching experience and current safety credentials. This role is competitive because schools look for applicants who can work effectively with grades 3rd-8th, communicate clearly with players and staff, and already hold USA Football, CPR, and AED certifications. Before applying, confirm your certifications are current and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time compared with reading the full original posting.

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