Middle School Assistant Softball Coach

Embrace and work continually in support of the district mission of “Expecting Excellence… Learning for All.”

Program Leadership and Supervision

Plan, organize, and implement assigned athletic programs in alignment with district goals, school expectations, and applicable athletic association rules and regulations.

Develop and implement practice plans, conditioning activities, skill-development sessions, and competitive strategies appropriate to the sport and student-athletes' abilities.

Supervise student-athletes during practices, competitions, team meetings, athletic events, travel, and other assigned activities.

Establish and communicate clear expectations for attendance, effort, sportsmanship, conduct, and commitment to the athletic program.

Monitor student-athlete participation, performance, and progress while maintaining appropriate discipline and enforcing district policies and team rules.

Coordinate the use, care, and security of athletic facilities, equipment, uniforms, and supplies.

Student Development

Teach and develop sport-specific skills, techniques, strategies, physical conditioning, and game knowledge appropriate to the age and skill level of student-athletes.

Promote teamwork, leadership, discipline, accountability, sportsmanship, respect, and positive interpersonal relationships.

Encourage student-athletes to demonstrate academic responsibility, personal integrity, and appropriate behavior on and off the playing field or court.

Monitor student-athlete safety and well-being, including appropriate conditioning, equipment use, injury prevention, and compliance with established safety procedures.

Respond appropriately to injuries, emergencies, and other safety concerns, including following district procedures for reporting incidents and obtaining medical assistance.

Monitor student-athlete eligibility and participation requirements in accordance with district policies and applicable athletic association rules.

Foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive athletic environment that encourages student participation, development, and positive competition.

Communication and Coordination

Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents and guardians, school administrators, athletic department personnel, and other coaches regarding expectations, schedules, performance, and concerns.

Coordinate practice and competition schedules, transportation, facilities, equipment, officials, and other logistical needs associated with the athletic program.

Collaborate with other coaches, teachers, administrators, athletic trainers, and support personnel to support student-athlete development and program success.

Communicate student-athlete academic, behavioral, attendance, and eligibility concerns to appropriate school personnel in accordance with district procedures.

Provide timely information regarding schedule changes, cancellations, team expectations, athletic events, and program activities.

Support positive relationships with families, opposing teams, officials, and community members while representing the district professionally.

Administrative Responsibilities

Maintain accurate records of student-athlete participation, attendance, eligibility, equipment assignments, injuries, and other required athletic program documentation.

Follow district policies and applicable state and athletic association rules regarding student eligibility, safety, supervision, competition, travel, and athletic participation.

Complete and submit required forms, reports, rosters, schedules, eligibility documentation, and other administrative materials in a timely manner.

Assist with the development and management of assigned athletic program budgets, including purchasing, inventory, equipment replacement, and resource allocation.

Ensure appropriate use, maintenance, storage, and inventory of equipment, uniforms, and facilities.

Participate in required athletic meetings, parent meetings, preseason activities, postseason reviews, and other program-related events.

Assist with organizing and supervising athletic events, including preparation of facilities, coordination of event personnel, and enforcement of spectator and participant expectations.

Professional Expectations

Serve as a positive role model and representative of the district by demonstrating professionalism, integrity, dependability, and ethical conduct.

Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and comply with district policies regarding student supervision, communication, confidentiality, and employee conduct.

Pursue professional learning and coaching development to maintain current knowledge of sport-specific techniques, rules, safety practices, and effective coaching strategies.

Collaborate with school personnel to support student-athletes' academic achievement, personal development, and overall educational experience.

Support district goals, school improvement efforts, and the educational mission of the district through participation in the athletic program.

Perform other duties as assigned.