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Assistant Fencing Coach

Waterford Public Schools

Waterford, CTSeasonal$5421 stipendSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
$5421 stipend
Location
Waterford, CT
Schedule
Seasonal
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Connecticut Coaching Certification

Job overview

Waterford High School is seeking an Assistant Fencing Coach for a 1.0 position that may be split into two 0.5 positions. Connecticut Coaching Certification is required. Fencing expertise is preferred, including prior competitive or coaching experience, technical knowledge of footwork and at least one primary weapon, and basic equipment troubleshooting and repair. The coach must be available for after-school practices and weekend meets or tournaments.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

FencingFootworkFoilÉPéESaberGear TroubleshootingGear RepairAfter-School AvailabilityWeekend Availability

Qualifications

High School EducationConnecticut Coaching CertificationPrior Competitive or Coaching Experience

Full job description

Salary Range $5,421.00 - $5,421.00 Salary

Position Type Seasonal

Education Level High School

Description

Waterford High School is seeking an Assistant Fencing Coach. This 1.0 position may be split into two 0.5 positions. Waterford Public Schools serve approximately 2,500 students in grades PK-12. 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. Connecticut Coaching Certification is required Stipend: per WFCT contract https://waterford.ss16.sharpschool.com/our\_district/departments/hr/contracts/waterford\_federation\_of\_classroom\_teachers EEO/AAE

Qualifications

  • Fencing Expertise Preferred:

  • Prior competitive or coaching experience (high school, collegiate, or club level).

  • Sound technical knowledge in footwork and at least one primary weapon (Foil, Épée, or Saber)

  • Basic Armory: Ability to troubleshoot and repair basic gear (fixing body cords, testing tip tension, and wiring blades).

  • Schedule Availability: Able to attend after-school practices (typically 5:00–7:00 PM weekdays) and weekend meets/tournaments.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,887 open Coach jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$5421 stipend
  • US median$65–81K/yr87 salary ranges
  • US median$20–26/hr913 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 14 open Coach jobs in Connecticut and 1,887 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
Coach postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 3 years (311 postings).
Education
144 of the 1,887 open Coach jobs (8%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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