Assistant Softball Coach

To apply, email a completed Paid Coach-Advisors Application and a copy of your coaching resume in one email to estefany.lares@canyonsdistrict.org in Human Resources. We will not accept incomplete information.

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• Lead, organize, and supervise all aspects of the high school softball program.
• Develop and implement effective practice plans, training programs, and game strategies.
• Teach fundamental and advanced softball skills and techniques to student-athletes.
• Promote good sportsmanship, teamwork, leadership, and academic excellence among athletes.
• Serve as a mentor and positive role model for all students.
• Conduct team and individual tryouts and select student-athletes who will positively represent the school and community.
• Supervise and instruct athletes during practices, competitions, conditioning sessions, team travel, and other program activities.
• Teach athletes proper safety procedures, conditioning methods, and injury prevention techniques.
• Foster a safe, welcoming, respectful, and inclusive team environment.
• Ensure compliance with all school, district, and Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Communicate team expectations, schedules, policies, and program information effectively with athletes, parents, administration, and staff.
• Maintain appropriate supervision of locker rooms, facilities, practices, competitions, and team trips.
• Ensure proper care, maintenance, and responsible use of all equipment, uniforms, and facilities.
• Manage team finances, inventory, fundraising activities, and related records in a timely and professional manner.
• Complete all required reports, forms, certifications, and documentation by established deadlines.
• Encourage athletes to maintain physical fitness, emotional resilience, and positive behavior under the pressures of competition.
• Collaborate positively with school administration, faculty, staff, parents, and community members.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• High-level softball coaching and/or playing experience required.
• Previous coaching experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of softball fundamentals, rules, strategies, conditioning, and player development.
• High level of organization and ability to effectively work with high school-aged students.
• Ability to motivate, mentor, and communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents, and staff.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting academic success, character development, and sportsmanship.
• Knowledge of and willingness to comply with all district and UHSAA regulations and requirements.
• Head Coach will be required to complete all coaching certifications required by Canyons School District, including Critical Policy Training.
• Ensures assistant coaches complete Critical Policy Training and any other certifications required by Canyons School District
• Current First Aid/CPR certification preferred or ability to obtain certification as required.
• Must successfully complete all district-required trainings and background checks.

• Requires evening, weekend, and holiday hours during the athletic season.
• Requires travel to games, tournaments, and team events.
• Work is performed indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  

• Two (2) years of softball coaching experience is preferred.
• Previous cheer coaching experience with cheer and/or dance choreography and competition is highly preferred.
• Candidate must complete the required UHSAA courses, Utah Cheer Saftey Training, new hire paperwork, and completion of Register my athlete/coaches account within 2 weeks of hire and before you can begin coaching duties.