Head Fastpitch Coach

Washougal SCH DIST 112-6 Washougal High School - Washougal, Washington

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Job : 5494748

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 12, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Washougal High School

$5,396 - $7,123

POSITION OVERVIEW

Washougal High School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Head Fastpitch Coach who views the diamond as a vital extension of the classroom. We are looking for a leader who is committed to the holistic development of student-athletes, prioritizing the cultivation of life skills, emotional intelligence, and personal integrity alongside athletic technical proficiency. The ideal candidate will foster a program culture where every student-athlete feels valued, challenged, and empowered to grow both as a competitor and as a person.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES & PHILOSOPHY

• Purpose-Driven Leadership: Build a culture that emphasizes hard work and sportsmanship as foundational tools for lifelong success.
• Student-Centered Mentorship: Foster a supportive environment that prioritizes player development and the well-being of the individual over a "win-at-all-costs" mentality.
• Holistic Growth: Advance player development by integrating mental performance, resilience training, and character education into daily practices.
• Community Stewardship: Lead the program to compete at a high level while serving as a positive role model for the Greater St Helens League (GSHL) and the local community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Effectively demonstrate coaching skills at practices and contests.
• Formulate program goals and objectives for the coming sport season.
• Keep abreast of new knowledge, innovative ideas, techniques by attendance at clinics, workshops, and reading in the field and encouraging assistant coaches to do the same.
• Model age appropriate, sportsmanship-like behavior, and maintain educationally appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
• Teach student-athletes to perform sound, safe fundamental techniques.
• Follow district policies, site procedures, WIAA rules and the WIAA Coaches Code of Ethics.
• Have an understanding of rules and regulations regarding the sport as presented in the WIAA Handbook.
• Keep abreast of rules and rule changes of the sport.
• Assist the Athletic Director as needed, in carrying out the "Special Duties", as outlined.
• Implement proper procedures for out-of-season practices according to WIAA and Washougal Athletic Policy.
• Be or become a member of professional organizations such as the Washington State Coaches Association.
• Provide accurate information needed to compile eligibility lists and other reports.
• Explain all regulations of the Athletic Code. Clarify to athletes the letter award policy.
• Arrange for a systematic issuance of school equipment.
• Implement "Athletic Standards" as outlined in the Athletic Policy.
• Provide information for transportation and game management.
• Assume responsibility for constant care of equipment and facilities being used.
• Follow procedures with the Athletic Director when purchasing equipment.
• Assume supervisory control over all phases of teams in the program, this includes traveling to and from all events with the team.
• Organize and schedule practice sessions on a regular basis with the idea of developing the athlete's greatest potential.
• Apply discipline in a firm and positive manner as outlined in the Athletic Code.
• See that building regulations are understood and enforced.
• Emphasize safety precautions and be aware of best training and injury procedures.
• Conduct one's self and one's team in an ethical manner during practice and contests.
• Report a summary of all contests and provide any publicity information that will aid the program and athletes.
• Instruct the players concerning rules and rule changes, new knowledge, and innovative ideas/techniques.
• Teach sportsmanship.
• Arrange for the systematic return of all school equipment and hold the athlete responsible for all equipment not returned.
• Arrange the awards banquet, including letter awards, and special awards.
• Clean, store, and inventory all equipment. Recommend equipment needed to be purchased or repaired.
• Be concerned with the care and maintenance of the facility by making recommendations concerning additions and improvements.
• Recommend equipment needed to be purchased or repaired.
• Submit recommendations for next year's schedule.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience coaching or participating in a college or high school fastpitch program.
• Preferred supervision of locker room.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• New employees:
  Must be finger printed for a Washington State Patrol and FBI inquiry.
• Must possess a valid first aid and CPR card, with an expiration date of at least one year from date of hire.
• Must possess a certificate of attendance for an in-service on HIV/AIDS, and Hepatitis B, provided by the district.

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