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Job Summary:

The Softball Head Coach is responsible for various aspects of the Softball Program, such as recruiting within the school, scheduling opponents (in conjunction with the Athletic Director), training, and coaching team members. The Softball Head Coach is required to abide the CIF and NFHS rules and regulations as well as the rules and regulations set by the Rolling Hills Prep, Renaissance, and REACH Schools administration. Job Specifications: In order to be successful in this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

General Responsibilities:

• Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions, to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect, and good sportsmanship. 

• Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in Softball. 

• Coordinate the development, promotion and recruitment for the Softball Program. 

• Hold organizational meetings for team prospects and encourage potential athletes to participate in the Softball program. 

• Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes. 

• Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students’ athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis. 

• Provide both individual and team development. 

• Hold a preseason meeting with all student athletes and parents before the first official game. 

• Assess players’ skills and assign team positions. 

• Determine game strategy based on the team’s capabilities. 

• Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation. 

• Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property. 

• Encourage sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation, at all times. 

• Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, and facilities, including protecting students from hazing/bullying. 

• Maintain and secure all Softball equipment and uniforms. 

• Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all athletic equipment. 

• Maintain records to ensure compliance with all pertinent CIF and NFHS regulations, including eligibility forms, transfer forms, and grade reports, and ensure that regulations are followed. 

• Participate in special activities to include senior night, banquets, and award nights. 

• Follow established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury. 

• Represent the Schools and the Softball program in a professional manner. 

• Maintain nondiscriminatory practices in all activities. 

• Attend staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance, as requested by the Athletic Director 

• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or other appropriate administrator

Additional Knowledge/Skills/Attributes

• Knowledge:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the game is paramount. Extensive knowledge of current coaching techniques and procedures. 

• Knowledge of NFHS and CIF rules. 

• Demonstrated ability to instruct and supervise student athletes. Complete mandatory anti-harassment, concussion training, and mandated reporting training as required by the schools.

• Skills: 

• The Coach must possess the ability to communicate in spoken and written word. 

• Have excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. 

• Must possess the ability to relate to students and to teach them on and off the field. 

• Must be willing to accept a high level of accountability. 

• Must possess the ability to assess players and coaches effectively. 

• Attributes: 

• Be professionally calm and motivationally intense. 

• Be a progressive thinker but a believer in planning and preparation.

Compensation

• $25.00 per hour

Education and Experience Requirements:

• 1-3+ years experience coaching Softball at the high school level (head coaching experience preferred)

• Possess effective coaching techniques and skills