9th Grade Softball Coach

Elk River Area School District; Elk River (MN); On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Elk River Independent School District 728 is seeking a qualified individual to serve as the 9th Grade Softball Coach for the Zimmerman Middle/High School site. This 1.0 FTE stipend position focuses on leadership, athletic development, and positive student engagement.

The coach will plan practices and games, lead and mentor participants, ensure safety, and uphold district athletic policies. Collaboration with staff and families is expected.

Responsibilities

• Prepare successful practice/rehearsals and game/performance plans.
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff.
• Encourage student participation and establish rapport.
• Motivate participants/athletes to achieve maximum potential.
• Maintain equipment and uniforms.
• Supervise all areas of participation including gyms, fields, arenas, theater, locker or dressing rooms, buses, etc.
• Work collaboratively with staff, Activities Director, families and community resources.
• Maintains compliance with all rules and regulations of the MSHSL.
• Complies with and supports all school district regulations and policies.
• Develops a program specific handbook.

Job description

9th Grade Softball Coach; 1.0 FTE; Stipend Position JobID: 19289

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 9/4/2026
• Location: Zimmerman Middle/High School
• Date Available: 2026-2027 Season

Description: The Coach provides leadership and expertise regarding the rules, strategies, and techniques for the assigned activity, utilizing knowledge of the specific equipment, physical fitness and safety to prepare participants mentally and physically to compete at the highest level.

Job Summary (tasks include, but not limited to the following)

• Prepare successful practice/rehearsals and game/performance plans.
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff.
• Encourage student participation and establish rapport.
• Motivate participants/athletes to achieve maximum potential.
• Maintain equipment and uniforms.
• Supervise all areas of participation including but not limited to: gyms, fields, arenas, theater, locker or dressing rooms, buses, etc.
• Work collaboratively with staff, Activities Director, families and community resources.
• Maintains compliance with all rules and regulations of the MSHSL.
• Complies with and supports all school district regulations and policies.
• Develops a program specific handbook.

Equity is one of ISD728's core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. ISD728 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.