Assistant Girls Softball Coach

Young World Physical Education; Harvard (IL); On-site; USD 5,000 - 10,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking an Assistant Softball Coach to join the Harvard Community Unit School District 50. This role involves supporting the Head Coach in providing guidance to student-athletes while promoting teamwork and sportsmanship.

The ideal candidate should have teaching certification, CPR/AED certification, and strong organizational skills. The position is full-time and offers a yearly stipend based on evaluation.

Qualifications

• Must possess an ISBE teaching certificate or ASEP certification.
• Completion of IHSA concussion and PED test is required.
• Certification in CPR/AED is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coaching and providing direction to student-athletes.
• Monitor academic performance of team members.
• Model good sportsmanship and maintain appropriate conduct.

Skills

Planning and organization skills

Collaborative work abilities

Strong verbal communication skills

Willingness to learn continuously

Education

ISBE teaching certificate or ASEP certification

CPR/AED Certification

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Harvard Community Unit School District 50, Harvard High School, Harvard, Illinois

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Information

• Job ID: 5779555
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Re-Posted: Jun 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Job Title

Assistant Softball Coach

Job Summary

The Assistant Coach assists the Head Coach in the responsibility for coaching and providing direction to student-athletes so that they might achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• ISBE teaching certificate or ASEP certification
• IHSA concussion and PED test completed
• CPR/AED Certified
• Valid Driver’s License

Evaluation

The supervisor shall annually evaluate the team leader. Such evaluation shall be reviewed with the team leader and made part of his/her permanent record.

Reports to

Head Coach and Director of Athletics and Activities

Terms of Employment

This is a yearly stipend position. Depending on the review of school needs and the evaluation process, the term may be extended annually.

Compensation and Benefits

The details of employee compensation and benefits are comprehensively outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which is accessible at https://www.cusd50.org/page/careers. This agreement is a valuable resource for individuals seeking comprehensive information regarding our organization's remuneration and benefits structure.

Stipend Amount

Code 6

FLSA

Exempt

Duties and Responsibilities

• Follows and maintains knowledge of all District policies and procedures.
• Assists in organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport.
• Assesses the players’ strengths and weaknesses.
• Assists in the development of an efficient practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development.
• Assists in coaching and instructing players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
• Observes players during competition and practice to determine the need for individual or team improvement. Creates a plan to improve weaknesses.
• Assists in determining the game strategy based on the team’s capabilities.
• Establishes and maintains standards of behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
• Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met.
• Encourages student-athletes to maintain high academic standing.
• Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
• Assists in communications with parents/guardians.
• Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.
• Models good sportsmanship and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
• Sanitizes and cleans equipment.
• Participates in special activities, including parent nights, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
• Assists in maintaining eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records.
• Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
• Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
• Assists in the inspection of facilities and athletic fields for health and safety concerns.
• Chaperones/supervises athletic events, as needed.
• Assumes the duties of the Head Coach if required to do so.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director, Head Coach, or another appropriate administrator.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have excellent planning and organization skills
• Must have the ability to work collaboratively with others
• Must have strong verbal communication skills
• Must model a desire and willingness to learn continually

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, run, jump, stretch, stand, sit, use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. The employee may occasionally climb stairs, ropes, or ladders. Specific vision abilities required in this job include close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus, and peripheral vision. The employee must have the ability to demonstrate the proper techniques and skills needed for athletic participation.

ADA

The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Position Type

Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Rob Mecklenberg , Athletic Director
• Harvard High School
• Email: [e-mail]