Coach - Varsity Slowpitch Softball @ Ferris High School, Cl Temp

Job Overview As a Spokane Public Schools staff member, you'll uphold our commitment to creating a loving and collaborative learning community where all students belong and thrive.

We are looking for team members who embrace differences, have a desire to work with a diverse community of learners, have a heart for the humans they serve, work as a team, grow and reflect through feedback, are lifelong learners and positive problem solvers.

Varsity Slowpitch Softball (Fall Season) – temporary extracurricular role for the 2026-27 season.

Contract Type:
Extracurricular/Coaching.

Start Date:

2026-27 Season.

• Ensure school policies, rules, and regulations are carried out as outlined by the building principal/activities coordinator and the activities handbook.
• Provide direct supervision and conduct of the team until students are dismissed from the building or returned to class.
• Conduct the program in a professional manner and develop student skills and attitudes.
• Ensure the principal is informed of any program changes.
• Administer the activity regarding insurance requirements, parent/guardian approval cards, maintaining team roster, accident reports, accountability of uniforms, team transportation, and security of athletes' personal property.
• Emphasize safety precautions and be aware of best training and injury procedures; current first-aid certification is highly recommended.
• Distribute information/activity schedules to building principals, secretary, parents, and participants.
• Attend meetings as called by the activities coordinator; pre‑ and post‑season meetings are required as part of the coaching contract.
• Care for and maintain equipment for the activity.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

• College degree or college training preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is a minimum qualification.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude toward students and the ability to motivate them toward developing a successful program.
• Understand the activity, its safety practice, techniques, rules, and progression of skill development, evidenced by coursework and successful coaching experience.
• Be able to instruct students in the techniques and requirements of the activity.
• Plan practices, events, and organize all necessary materials and persons to carry out the sport/activity.
• Consistently meet scheduled responsibilities for practice, coaching preparation, competition, and related activities.
• Work independently and/or cooperatively under supervision.
• Work with all student coaches, colleagues, and other staff in a positive, professional, and equitable manner.
• Have physical stamina to conduct the sport/activity and withstand various weather conditions.
• Implement the policies and rules/regulations as outlined in the school activities handbook.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage through the SEBB for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year.
• Additional benefits may include vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays.
• Benefit‑eligible employees and their families have access to free, confidential counseling, consultation, and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems public pension plan; options include a lifetime pension plan or a hybrid pension and investment plan with contributions between 5% and 15% of wages.
• Employees may participate in voluntary savings programs such as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program or a 403(b) retirement plan managed by OMNI.
• Additional employee‑paid benefits include dependent care assistance, supplemental life and AD&D, long‑term disability insurance, and a medical flexible spending arrangement.

Spokane Public Schools complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate in the admission, treatment, employment, or access to its programs or activities on the basis of age, sex, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, disability, use of a service animal, sexual orientation including gender expression or gender identity, or veteran or military status. This holds true for all students who participate in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities.

Additional information and contact for civil rights compliance can be found on the district website.

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