Strength and Conditioning Coach (Fall 2026)

Strength and Conditioning Coach (Fall 2026) Watertown Public Schools Watertown High School - Watertown, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Watertown Public Schools (MA) Job Details

Job ID:

5638347

Application Deadline:

Jun 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted:

Apr 25, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Aug 24, 2026 Job Description

Position:

Strength and Conditioning Coach (SY 26-27) (Stipend)

Department:

Athletics Reports to:

Director of Athletics Affiliation:

Unit A, Section F Salary range: $8,781 Stipend

Time Commitment:

Five days a week. Hours per week vary. Season Length- 8/24/2026 - 6/30/2027

Number of Positions:

1

General Job Description:

The Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for establishing and maintaining a strength and conditioning program for all sports, with three primary goals: improving athletic performance, reducing athletic injuries, and teaching lifelong fitness and movement skills. The Strength and Conditioning Coach devises training plans according to sound scientific principles, supervises training sessions, evaluates athletes, maintains athlete records, and teaches strength and conditioning classes as needed. The Strength and Conditioning Coach meets regularly with sports coaches to determine what the athletes need to work on. If working with an injured athlete in rehabilitation, the Strength and Conditioning Coach will consult with the sports medicine or athletic training staff. The Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for maintaining the strength and conditioning facility and establishing policies, plans, and procedures for the safe and professional operation of the facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Design and implement strength training and conditioning programs in-season, off-season, and pre-season for all school-sanctioned male and female athletic programs in a manner that reflects research-driven practices and our country's Long-Term Athletic/Fitness Development Model. 2. Work in cooperation with the sports medicine or athletic training staff in the rehabilitation and strengthening of injured athletes. 3. Facilitate a collaborative relationship among sports coaches, sports medicine, and the strength and conditioning staff. 4. Design and implement policies and procedures for the strength and conditioning program. 5. Determine and reinforce expectations for athlete conduct that mirror the school's expectations for curricular and extra-curricular activities, as stated in the school's Student Code of Conduct.

Peripheral Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Design and instruct curricular strength and conditioning classes as needed. 2. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. Current standard first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillation (AED) certifications. 2. Solid working knowledge and teaching skills in analysis and strength training techniques. 3. Experience and expertise in strength and conditioning programming for high school populations. 4. Strong motivational abilities. 5. Evidence of ability to interact positively with student-athletes, colleagues, and the public. 6. Evidence of strong organizational skills and practical oral and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to demonstrate the appropriate skills and techniques to be used by the athletes. Ability to visually monitor athletes. Sitting, standing, lifting, and carrying (up to 50 pounds), reaching, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, and moving equipment/boxes up to 50 lbs.

Safety and Health Requirements:

1. Current standard first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillation (AED) certifications. 2. Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions.

Equipment/Materials Handled:

Must know how to operate strength training equipment, automated external defibrillator (AED), and sports aid equipment.

Work Environment:

Must work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Work surfaces will vary from concrete to grass to hardwood floors. Job responsibilities require both inside and outside assignments. Interruptions of work are routine. Flexibility and patience are needed. Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignments without direct supervision. Equal Opportunity Employer Watertown Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$8,781 to $8,781 Stipend