JV Softball Coach

About NDA Our philosophy of education at Notre Dame Academy, a college preparatory school for young women in grades 7-12, is built on the belief that education should prepare students for their role as women in the world. We wish to provide Notre Dame students with the opportunity to become more aware of what is happening in their lives and to assume responsibility for themselves and their communities. In order to learn to make responsible choices, our students have the freedom to learn in a school dedicated to high academic standards and to involve themselves in the community, both utilizing its resources and serving its people. Position Summary Notre Dame Academy is seeking a dynamic and competitive JV Coach to help lead the high school softball program. NDA coaches are actively engaged in the community and embrace both the mission and values of St Julie Billiart, the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, and the Academy. The role of the JV Softball Coach is to be responsible for coaching, character development, and providing direction to student-athletes so that they might achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork in softball. This job requires you to interact thoughtfully and respectfully with student-athletes, fellow coaches, staff, parents, and the community, as well as follow the mission of the school. Positive communication strategies, organizational skills, and safety awareness are key requirements. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Following and upholding the policies and mission statement of Notre Dame Academy and communicating the vision of the Notre Dame Academy program to athletes and parents Oversee the development of all levels of the softball program. Instructing and demonstrating skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team development. Coordinating parent meetings, tryouts, daily practice planning, game management, off-season programming, and community engagement Work closely with the athletic director to ensure all school policies/procedures are being followed as they relate to athletic programs (eligibility, parent meetings, registrations, tryouts, scheduling, equipment inventory/collection, off-season training programs, etc.) Work directly with athletic trainers and the athletic director to report injuries, teach precautions and procedures to ensure staff/student safety, and help students prevent injuries. Create a safe environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students. Ability to represent NDA appropriately to the NDA school community, local softball community, press, and the broader community Understand the necessary commitment, expectations, and pressures associated with being the JV head coach in a well-supported program.