What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Varsity Softball Coach position at Westwood High School?
Westwood Public School seeks candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences for the Head Varsity Softball Coach position for the 2025-26 school year.
Our School
Westwood High School is a thriving community of hardworking and thoughtful students, families, and staff. With approximately 900 students in grades 9-12, the school maintains a small-school feel while offering a comprehensive array of academic programs, co-curricular activities, and support services. Our leaders, coaches, and student-athletes model and encourage a deep investment in learning. WHS is a proud METCO school, with strong program leadership and an unwavering commitment to supporting the values of the nation's oldest and most successful public school racial integration program.
Our District
Westwood is a welcoming suburban community with an exceptional track record of supporting and celebrating its public schools. As a district, we are committed to creating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, and we understand that a diverse team allows us to serve our community better. We welcome and encourage individuals of every race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status to seek opportunities within our school district.
You will join the strong professional learning community of the Westwood Public Schools. In our mission to prepare students for college, career, and civic life, we work collaboratively to provide rich and rigorous curriculum, high-quality instruction, trusting relationships, and authentic educational experiences. We hold true to our core district values of academic excellence and a commitment to improvement; curiosity and tenacity; and respectful relationships in a caring, collaborative community.
Qualifications
- Previous Softball coaching or playing experience is desirable.
- Previous experience in either high school, college or both is desirable.
- Must be Concussion Certified
- Must be CPR/AED Certified
- Must have or obtain the MIAA Coaches Education Certification
- Must communicate effectively with school admin, faculty, parents, and student-athletes
- Should supervise student-athletes at all team events
- Should promote a positive learning environment for all team members
- Must have a flexible schedule for home games and buses for away games
- Must communicate with athletic trainer concerning injuries and student playing status
Application and Selection Procedure:
Interested applicants may reach out to Richkaard Verrier, Director of Athletics, rverrier@westwood.k12.ma.us to learn more about the position.