2026-27 MMS Head Fastpitch Coach

Young World Physical Education; Ellensburg (WA); On-site; USD 3,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Ellensburg, Washington, is seeking a Head Fastpitch Coach for Morgan Middle School. This position involves teaching fundamental fastpitch skills while ensuring a positive athlete experience. Candidates should have coaching experience and strong leadership skills. Compensation ranges from $3,275 to $4,367, and the role demands effective communication with students and staff. The position includes supervising assistant coaches and managing sports program objectives.

Qualifications

• Must have previous playing or coaching experience.
• Must qualify to work in the proximity of children.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct assistant coaches and student athletes.
• Instruct participants in techniques and tactics.
• Manage inventory needs for the fastpitch program.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching techniques

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Current First Aid and CPR Certificate

Background check eligibility

Job description

Overview

Ellensburg School District 401 Morgan Middle School - Ellensburg, Washington

2026-27 MMS Head Fastpitch Coach

Ellensburg School District 401 Morgan Middle School - Ellensburg, Washington

This job is also posted in Ellensburg School District 401

Job Details

• Job ID: 5584727
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Mar 12, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

• POSITION: Head Girls’ Fastpitch Coach
• LOCATION: Morgan Middle School
• REPORTS TO: Athletic Director
• JOB SUMMARY: To ensure student/athletes have a positive experience while teaching them the fundamental skills of FastPitch, mental toughness, and teamwork. Supervise and direct all assistant coaches and student athletes in accordance with Ellensburg School District Policy.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Carry out the objectives of the sports program as outlined by the Athletic Director.
• Instruct participants in individual, group, and team techniques, tactics, and physical training necessary for the realization of success.
• Implement teaching and coaching philosophies consistent with the Ellensburg School District’s Mission Statement.

• Provide supervision, education and direction of student participants in the fastpitch program.
• Provide positive and effective leadership and training to the assistant coaching staff.
• Attend athletic staff meetings and workshops.
• Participate in pre-season meetings.
• Manage inventory needs.
• Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Must qualify to work in the proximity of children under the conditions of a WSP/FBI background check.
• Must have a current First Aid and CPR Certificate and be versed in related preventative health and training standards.
• Must complete Blood Borne Pathogen and Sexual Harassment Training.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous playing or coaching experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of coaching techniques in the areas of skill development, strategy, and interpersonal team relations.
• Meet and maintain coaching standards as determined by the District and the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association.
• Ability to work in a positive, supportive manner with student participants, parents, coaches, school administration and staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively with student participants, parents, coaches, school administration and staff.
• Ability to work as a responsible member of a coaching staff in full cooperation with other coaches and the Athletic Director.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT:

This Job description is intended to provide an overview of the requirements of the position. As such, it is not necessarily all-inclusive, and the job may require other essential and/or nonessential functions, tasks, duties, or responsibilities not listed herein. The District reserves the right to add, modify, or exclude any essential or nonessential requirement at any time with or without notice. Nothing in this job description, nor by the completion of any requirement of the job by the employee, is intended to create a contract of employment of any type.

Applicants of diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply.

Ellensburg School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, or honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance and Title IX Coordinator, Rhonda Schmidt, 509-925-8011, [e-mail]; Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Lori Gylling, 509-925-8115, [e-mail]. Address for both coordinators: 1300 East Third Avenue, Ellensburg, WA 98926.

Position Type: Other

Salary: $3,275 to $4,367 Stipend

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Briley Cameron, MS Athletic Director
• Morgan Middle School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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