Softball Head Coach

Westminster Public Schools; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Westminster Public Schools in Westminster, CO seeks a school coach to supervise and instruct athletes, ensure safety, and uphold sportsmanship. A track coach? Not specified; generic.

The position requires CHSAA certification, NFHS concussion course, CPR/First Aid, and strong communication with staff, parents, and students.

Qualifications

• Must have CHSAA Certification or obtain before season.
• Must complete NFHS Concussion Course before season start.
• CPR and First Aid training required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to work with high school athletes and diverse cultures.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and instructs athletes in the sport.
• Demonstrates techniques and presents game rules.
• Maintains a safe environment and sportsmanship.
• Handles forms, eligibility, rosters, transportation forms.
• Prepares daily practice schedules and communicates with staff.

Skills

English literacy

Coaching high school athletes

Team collaboration

Medical injury treatment coursework

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CHSAA Certification

NFHS Concussion Course

CPR and First Aid training

Job description

Location: WESTMINSTER HS CO-CURRICULAR

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• The successful candidate must have a current CHSAA Certification, or acquire certificate prior to start of the season.
• Must possess proof of completing the yearly NFHS Concussion Course, or acquire proof prior to start of the season.
• Must possess proof of completing the CPR and First Aid training, or acquire proof prior to start of the season.
• Fundamental knowledge of his/her specific sport, work with high school athletes, ability to work as an integral part of the coaching staff and current medical injury treatment course work
• Must pass various pre-employment background screenings
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English
• Experience working with diverse cultures and backgrounds desirable

Responsibilities

• Supervises and instructs athletes as related to his/her specific sport
• Demonstrates effective techniques
• Presents appropriate game rules and etiquette
• Maintains a safe environment
• Demonstrates a respect for athletes and maintains a program wherein desirable behavior and sportsmanlike attitude are developed
• Handles forms and reports in a prompt and efficient manner, physical examinations, eligibility, inventory, end of season reports, rosters and transportation forms
• Prepares daily practice schedules, attends coach meetings and communicates effectively with principal, athletic director, staff, parents and athletes

Westminster Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. District policy prohibits discrimination against any applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, age, or disability, or other legally protected characteristics. Westminster Public Schools is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation or to address matters of discrimination, please contact the Chief of Staff, 6933 Raleigh Street, Westminster, CO 80030, phone: [phone], email: [e-mail]. Although the position is based at a school/department, the employer is Westminster Public Schools.