7th​/8th Grade Girls Softball Coach

Description

• The softball coach reports directly to the Community Education Youth Development Coordinator and the Head Varsity Softball Coach. The 7th & 8th Grade Girls Softball Coach is responsible to those individuals for the proper interpretation and performance of the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Supervises the participants enrolled in the program during practices and games.
• Attend all practices and games during the season including both home and away games.
• Assist athletes in developing and improving softball skills including but not limited to fielding, hitting, pitching and throwing.
• Assess athletes  softball skills to determine areas in need of improvement.
• Develop ways to assist beginner and younger athletes in learning softball terminology and skills.
• Identify the best learning styles for each student and adapt coaching methods accordingly.
• Provide a secure and productive learning environment for athletes.
• Communication with athletes in a respectful, encouraging manner.
• Communicate, manage, and work with 7th-8th grade athletes of various softball backgrounds and skill levels.
• Develop a daily practice plan for each practice session.
• Develop lineups and player utilization plans prior to each game.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• Any combination of experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and skills. A background of coaching at the Junior High level or higher is preferred. Coaching certification preferred.
• Candidates should:
• Have proven experience working as a softball coach
• Previous softball/baseball playing experience
• Understand the rules of softball
• Be able to collaborate with the Varsity Softball Coach to meet the long-term needs of the Softball program
• Skills and Abilities:
• Sound knowledge of various coaching techniques
• The ability to motivate students
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional communication and customer service skills
• First Aid and CPR certification preferred
• Physical Demands:
• Able to lift 50 pounds and move equipment needed for the program

$1,500 - $2,000 Season Stipend

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• Full-time

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