26-72; Head Coach, Softball; Ashland High School; Temporary

ASHLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT 5; Ashland (OR); On-site; USD 58,199 - 68,779; Part time

Job summary

Ashland School District 5 is seeking a Head Coach for Softball at Ashland High School on a temporary basis. The role involves 2-8 hours per day during the season, starting July 1, 2026, and will follow the district’s salary schedule for 2025-26.

Responsibilities include directing staff, running practices, teaching skills and strategies, managing equipment, and ensuring safety of athletes. NFHS coaching preferred; valid first aid/CPR required.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience and strong leadership required.
• Valid first aid/CPR certification required.
• NFHS coaching certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs and supervises assistant coaches.
• Organized, supervised practices per program needs.
• Teach skills to participate and compete in the sport.
• Develop seasonal goals and daily practice plans.
• Maintain equipment inventories and safety records.

Skills

Coaching experience

Leadership

First aid/CPR

NFHS coaching

Job description

Posting Deadline: open until filled

Position: Head Coach, Softball; Temporary

Work Site: Ashland High School

Hours/FTE: 2-8 hours per day during season

Qualifications: Previous experience coaching in the sport and solid leadership skills strongly desired. Valid first aid/CPR card is required. NFHS coach preferred.

Salary: $5,215- $6,163 *2025-26 Salary Schedule* (2026-27 Salary Schedule to be determined)

Start Date: July 1, 2026

Job Summary: Provides leadership to a program that teaches and coaches students who desire to excel in sports and provides them with the opportunity for advanced study and participation under expert guidance in an environment conducive to learning.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Directs and supervises assistant coaches.
• Holds organized, supervised practice as the program requires.
• Teaches the skills necessary to participate and to be competitive in the sport.
• Teaches the strategies necessary to participate and to be competitive in the sport.
• Teaches the drills and exercises needed for developing strength, stamina, and speed in the sport.
• Develops seasonal goals and objectives and daily practice plans.
• Develops lines of communication with students, staff, parents, officials, Athletic Coordinator, and booster clubs to promote the sport.
• Maintains a record that includes information about equipment, supplies, student eligibility, and emergency medical information.
• Ensures adult supervision of athletes before and after practice, games, and on bus trips.
• Provides for the safety and security of all student athletes.
• Provides and submits to the building athletic coordinator a final season report that includes:
• Inventory of all supplies and equipment.
• Records of the contests.
• Individual records of athletes for awards.
• A tentative budget projection for the next season.
• Complies with all athletic association regulations, league rules, and District policies.
• Attends coaching clinics as requested by building principal or athletic coordinator.
• Follows all specified standards, policies, and procedures of the building and Ashland School District.
• Actively encourages student participation.
• Promotes the ethical value of athletics.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with the administration and community that enhances the sport.
• Provides proper care, maintenance, and security of facilities, equipment, and supplies from the first day of the season until the cycle of responsibility is completed.
• Promotes concepts of sportsmanship.
• Develops positive health and safety standards for all athletes in the program.
• Attend work regularly and is punctual.
• Annually pass the District's required online training by the District's assigned due-date.
• While working collaboratively with others, implements decisions within ASD established policies and procedures.
• Professionally represent the school and the District in interactions with parents, community, staff, and students and resolves conflict in a professional manner.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

We believe that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications, and job scope but should not limit the incumbent or organization to work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the district's goals.

Supervisory Responsibilities

All school employees have some responsibility for supervising students and assisting in maintaining a safe environment.

Qualifications

• Certification: OSAA Coaches Education Program
• Previous experience coaching in the sport and solid leadership skills strongly desired.
• Valid first aid/CPR card is required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others, including understanding and being understood. While much of the work will be completed in an office environment, the employee will need to move between buildings, visiting sites throughout the district. This position requires the use of a variety of digital systems, software, and hardware. This position may require some travel outside the district.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but occasionally high depending upon activities. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions and outdoor weather conditions. Employee may be exposed to blood‑borne pathogens.

Values

The district is focused on eliminating systemic racism and its impact on student learning. ASD is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all its educational and employment activities. The district prohibits discrimination based on race; national or ethnic origin; color; sex; religion; age; sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; pregnancy; marital status; familial status; economic status or source of income; mental or physical disability or perceived disability; or military service. Ashland Public Schools is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Ashland School District appreciates the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups and their roles in society. It is the policy of the Ashland School District Board of Education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups on the grounds of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity, in any educational programs, activities or employment.

Family and Medical Leave Rights

English: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlan.pdf

Spanish: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlasp.pdf