Softball Coach

JOB TITLE: Softball Coach                                

EMPLOYMENT TERM: Season will consist of approximately 10 weeks and a conference tournament that may require road travel.   

SUPERVISOR: Athletic Director

CLASSIFICATION: Coaching

JOB SUMMARY

Coaching is a part-time position and is responsible for the planning, promotion and administration of a quality softball program.  Coach will plan and promote athletic practices, schedule transportation, coordinate fundraisers when needed, and other team events. Coach will enforce all school, conference and Arizona Interscholastic Association rules and regulations.  The primary focus of the season will be to improve the middle school softball program and to create a strong foundation of skills and leadership for participants.  Coach will stress Pursuing Victory with Honor principles during practices and games.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be available to be at practices and games.
• Use Effective teaching and coaching methods to include demonstrations, knowledge of rules and concepts.
• Must have the ability to accept and carryout assigned program
• Must communicate effectively with people from varied social, educational, and economic backgrounds.
• Must be able to work without constant supervision, make decisions, and have good judgment.
• Must have a high level of professional appearance and demeanor.
• Must be mature, dependable, and have a willingness to help others and serve as a positive role model for students. 
• Must model and reinforce Pursuing with Honor’s “Six Pillars of Character”. 
• Coach is responsible for making sure eligibility policy is followed.
• Coach is responsible for care and inventory of equipment uniforms.
• CDL License is preferred. 

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Obtain and maintain First Aide/CPR Certification.
• Coaching experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Previous successful coaching experience in the assigned sport.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF 

• Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work.
• Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.
• Uses and properties of supplies and equipment.
• Customer service principles.
• Specialized equipment relevant assigned sport.
• Technology related to assigned sport.

SKILLED IN

• Following directions and meeting standards.
• Providing attention to detail in assignments.
• Comprehending reference books and manuals.
• Organizing and maintaining supplies.
• Providing customer service.
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.