Varsity Head Football Coach

Overview

Position Type:
Athletics/Activities/Coaching

Location:

Ansonia High School

Date Posted: 1/28/2026

Date Available:

TBD
Closing Date:
Until Filled

• Assumes responsibility for the entire program including:
  • coaches the varsity squad
  • supervises assistant coaches 9-12
  • determines athlete participation during practices and games, including squad level and playing time, in conjunction with assistant coach at the respective level
  • positively promotes the athletic program within the schools and the community
  • gives guidance to middle school coaches and programs feeding into respective high schools
  • implements District athletic department polices
• Assists in the selection and evaluation of assistant coaches
• Works with the Coordinator of Athletics and building Activities Principal in:
  • formulation of game schedules
  • selection of contest officials
  • arrangements for out-of-town trips
  • arrangements for physical examinations
  • preparation of athletic permission slips and eligibility lists
  • preparation of budgets, equipment and supply requisitions
  • solicitation of athletic insurance
  • scouting arrangements
  • planning of new facilities and/or modification of existing facilities
  • organization of middle school clinics as directed by Athletic Advisory Council and assist middle school coaches in their related programs
  • direction of the Monogram Club with other coaches
• Works with building athletic director to correlate the practice schedules of the ninth, sophomore, junior varsity, and varsity squads
• Supervises dressing rooms and playing area during and following periods of team participation
• Remains with students and supervises when traveling to away games
• Cares for athletes and injured athletes
• Cares for and maintains equipment and annual inventories
• Prepares award lists and collects athletic fees
• Attends all conference meetings or any other meeting where the program is involved. Operates within the policies of the conference and SDHSAA
• Works closely with custodians in control at facilities
• Keeps informed on current trends in designated sport and participates in respective clinics
• Maintains active membership in related professional organization
• Prepares list when teams are taken out of school to participate in athletic contest
• Maintains a staff relationship with other coaches
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal or Coordinator of Athletics

Climatic Environment - Inside and Outside

Often subjected to extremes of cold below 32 degrees and heat above 100 degrees. Occasionally subjected to extreme noise, odors, mists, dust and poor ventilation.

Hazards - Exposure to body fluids, communicable diseases. Travel between locations will cause exposure to hazardous driving and walking conditions.

Must hold a valid Connecticut Coaching Permit
Red Cross and First Aid
Module 15 Concussion Course