What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Coach-Football position at Vernon Public Schools?
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Description: Assistant Football Coach
Job Summary: Position is responsible for assisting the head coach with the operation and organization of the football program at Rockville High School. Position assists with planning and conducting practices, safety and supervision of athletes, motivating students, and instructing student athletes in training and strategies related to the sport.
Qualifications: CT Coaching Certification & First aid/CPR Certification required.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support the head coach in conducting the athletic program of the particular sport and the total athletic program of the Vernon Public Schools.
- Coach individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved.
- Assist the head coach in carrying out his/her responsibilities. (Pre-season, in-season and post-season).
- Provide by example: leadership, motivational techniques, and attitudes that help to produce positive efforts by participants.
- Plan and schedule with the head coach a regular program of practice (including holiday or vacation periods).
- Be responsible for the junior varsity and/or Freshman programs where deemed possible.
- Properly supervise student-athletes at practice, in transit, at games, and until athletes are picked up from the school when necessary.
- Have a thorough knowledge of all the athletic policies and is responsible for implementation.
- Maintain discipline and work to increase morale and cooperation within the school sports program and school community.
- Promote respect by example through appearance, manners, behavior, language, and conduct.
- Perform other duties that are consistent with the nature of the position and that may be required by the head coach.
- In the case of emergency or authorized absence of the head coach, assume all responsibilities herein designated as those of the head coach.
PART TIME/NO BENEFITS
Please ensure that you hold the proper certification for this position AND provide all materials required for the application process (cover letter, resume, certifications & transcripts where applicable, and three letters of recommendation).
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Posting closing date: August 17, 2026
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