Assistant Softball Coach 2026-2027 Season

Pleasantville Public Schools; United States; Presencial; USD 24 796 - 35 817; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

Pleasantville Public Schools in Pleasantville, New Jersey is seeking an Assistant Softball Coach for the 2026-2027 season. The role involves coaching athletes, developing skills, promoting good sportsmanship, and ensuring safe practice environments under the supervision of the athletic director and principal.

The ideal candidate will hold a New Jersey instructional certificate or eligibility, have knowledge of conditioning, injury prevention, and team management, and demonstrate strong

Qualificações

• Valid NJ instructional certificate or eligibility or substitute certificate.
• Knowledge of sport, training/conditioning, injury prevention, and growth/development.
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment and high conduct standards.
• Proficient reading and writing; strong communication in English.
• High integrity, good health, and initiative.

Responsabilidades

• Coach athletes in essential softball skills and drills.
• Supervise team members, enforce rules, and promote good sportsmanship.
• Follow emergency medical procedures during practices and games.
• Verify player eligibility and manage team records as required.
• Schedule practices and attend contests; ensure safety in facilities.
• Assist with transportation, budgeting, and equipment planning.

Conhecimentos

Integrity

Interpersonal skills

Reading & writing

Physical health

Formação académica

New Jersey Instructional Certificate or eligibility

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Assistant Softball Coach 2026-2027 Season JobID: 996

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 7/13/2026
• Location: Pleasantville High School

Job Overview

Pleasantville Public Schools, Pleasantville, New Jersey – Job Description – Extracurricular Activities

Title

ATHLETIC COACH

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate or eligibility or County Substitute Certificate
• Minimum experience as determined by the board
• Demonstrated knowledge of the sport, sports training and conditioning, injury prevention and management, and principles of human growth and development
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment and high standards of conduct for athletes
• Proficient in reading and writing
• Good physical health and ability to perform assigned duties
• Excellent integrity, moral character, and initiative
• Interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents and the community
• Ability to maintain passenger discipline to ensure safety and well-being and protect against vandalism
• Current residency in New Jersey, approved residency waiver or candidate agrees to obtain residency within one year of employment; strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective communication in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary
• Proof of U. S. citizenship or legal resident alien status by completing Federal Form I‑9
• Evidence of a criminal record history check and clearance by the Department of Education; within six months, sworn statement of no criminal conviction
• Evidence of adequate health to fulfill job functions and reasonable accommodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. §12101 and N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4
• Pass the state required Mantoux Intradermal Tuberculin Test
• Meet any additional qualifications acceptable to the Superintendent

Reports To

Principal or designated Administrator

Job Goal

Provide leadership in the development and improvement of the sport program by developing athletes' knowledge, skills, sportsmanship, and motivation to excel.

Performance Responsibilities

• Coach individual participants in the skills necessary for success in the sport involved
• Assume responsibility for team members under supervision; promote good sportsmanship and enforce all rules and regulations
• Comply with board‑adopted emergency medical procedures for all practice sessions and competitive levels
• Assume responsibility for the selection of team members and verify their eligibility according to established physical and academic requirements of eligibility for participation in each sport
• Plan and schedule a regular program of practice in season and attend all contests of the assigned sport
• Oversee safety conditions of the facility or area in which the assigned sport is conducted at all times that students are present
• Assume responsibility for all team equipment during practice and contests and assist in the distribution and collection of athletic gear
• Assist the athletic director in making arrangements for athletic competitions and related transportation
• Recommend the purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms as appropriate
• Obtain written parent permission for students to participate and file team member records with the athletic director
• Assist the athletic director in the preparation and administration of the athletic program budget; prepare a budget for the assigned sport; uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, board policy, and all NJSIAA rules and regulations governing sports
• Perform other duties within the scope of employment and certification as may be assigned

Physical Demands

• Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job
• Sit, stand, and walk for required periods of time
• Speak and hear
• Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision
• Communicate effectively in English; American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication
• Reach with hands and arms and handle objects and operate tools, computers, and/or controls

Environmental Demands

• Exposure to a variety of childhood and adult diseases and illnesses
• Occasional exposure to a variety of weather conditions
• Exposure to heated/air‑conditioned and ventilated facilities
• Exposure to a building in which a variety of chemical substances are used for cleaning, instruction, and/or operation of equipment
• Function in a workplace that is usually moderately quiet but can be noisy at times

Other

• May be required to wear a standard uniform selected by the district for security purposes
• Perform related duties as assigned

Terms of Employment

Part‑time employee; salary and work year as set by the Board of Education.

Annual Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with NJ State law and the provisions of the board's policy on evaluations.

Approved by: Pleasantville BOE; Date: October 13, 2015.