Assistant Softball Coach

Community High School District 218; Blue Island (IL); On-site; USD 2,500 - 4,500; Part time

Job summary

Community High School District 218 seeks an Assistant Softball Coach to support student-athlete development and assist the Eisenhower Athletic Department in pursuing its mission. You will help teach fundamentals, supervise practices and games, and participate in planning and execution of events.

The role requires ISBE/ASEP/NFHS certification and prior high school softball coaching experience is preferred. The position is tied to the district stipend program and involves duties in the athletic

Qualifications

• ISBE, ASEP, or NFHS certification required.
• Previous high school softball coaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in teaching softball fundamentals, strategies, and sportsmanship.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, travel, and related events.
• Attend and actively participate in all scheduled practices, games (home and away), and team functions.
• Support the head coach in planning practices, game management, and conducting skill instruction.
• Monitor and enforce all eligibility, safety, and conduct requirements as established by IHSA, the school, and district policies.
• Chaperone and supervise athletes at all softball events while maintaining discipline and promoting a positive team environment.
• Maintain a safe environment and report injuries promptly to appropriate staff.
• Complete required paperwork, attendance logs, and communicate with parents and administration as needed.
• Attend coach meetings and required professional development as assigned by the athletic department.

Education

ISBE certification

ASEP certification

NFHS certification

Job description

Position: Assistant Softball Coach Reports To: Head Softball Coach | Athletic Director Stipend Category: III (Assistant Coach; see contract Appendix II for placement) Summary and Purpose: Support student-athlete development in softball and assist the Eisenhower Athletic Department mission and vision statement.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in teaching softball fundamentals, strategies, and sportsmanship.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, travel, and related events.
• Attend and actively participate in all scheduled practices, games (home and away), and team functions.
• Support the head coach in planning practices, game management, and conducting skill instruction.
• Monitor and enforce all eligibility, safety, and conduct requirements as established by IHSA, the school, and district policies.
• Chaperone and supervise athletes at all softball events (including practices, games, community gatherings, etc.) while maintaining discipline and promoting a positive team environment.
• Maintain a safe environment and report injuries promptly to appropriate staff.
• Complete required paperwork, attendance logs, and communicate with parents and administration as needed.
• Attend coach meetings and required professional development as assigned by the athletic department.

Additional Expectations

• Availability to work in the off season
• Assist with equipment management, set-up, and breakdown for practices and games
• Attend community events (such as parades, fundraisers, etc.)
• Foster academic achievement, positive citizenship, and school spirit among student-athletes
• Complete required first aid, CPR, and district coaching certifications as required by ISBE/IHSA.
• Adhere to all training expectations

Qualifications

• ISBE, ASEP, or NFHS certification required
• Previous high school softball coaching experience preferred

Compensation And Benefits For External Applicants

Individuals hired from outside CHSD 218 as seasonal coaches or activity sponsors receive only the contractual stipend for the assignment. Board-provided employee benefits (including health, dental, life insurance, leave, and participation in district retirement plans) are not available to external hires in these roles. For benefit eligibility, an individual must be a contracted district employee.