Head Softball Coach

Calvary Christian Academy; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 11,160 - 33,480; Part time

Job summary

A private Christian school in Fort Lauderdale seeks a part-time Head Softball Coach responsible for mentoring and training student-athletes with integrity. Ideal candidates will possess a strong commitment to faith, excellent communication skills, and at least 2 years of coaching experience. The role emphasizes creating a positive environment while leading practice sessions and participating in the growth of young athletes. The position is temporary, requiring availability on weekdays during the season, with Sundays off.

Qualifications

• A strong personal commitment to Jesus Christ.
• At least 2 years of experience as a Softball coach and/or college or professional playing experience preferred.
• Impeccable reputation in the sports community at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and train student-athletes with integrity and excellence.
• Cultivate relationships with stakeholders in the Softball program.
• Create and execute effective practice plans.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Organization skills

Ability to work with children

Spiritually mature

Job description

CCA Fort Lauderdale - Head Softball Coach (Temporary/Part Time)

JOB TITLE: Softball – Middle School Head Coach

DEPARTMENT: Calvary Christian Academy

REPORTS TO: Athletic Director

STATUS: Seasonal; Stipend

HOURS: Temporary

LOCATION: Fort Lauderdale

Purpose Statement: The Softball Coach is responsible for glorifying God through mentoring, training, and disciplining student-athletes with integrity and excellence.

Scope: The Softball coach cultivates relationships with all stakeholders to create the healthiest environment possible for the development and discipleship of student-athletes.

Specific Responsibilities

• Develop and cultivate relationships with:
  • Student-athletes and their families
  • Opposing school Softball programs and their coaches
• Create, execute, and effectively communicate practice plans.
• Cultivate a positive Christian culture in the Softball program.
• Create a team schedule with other schools.
• Disciple young men and women, demonstrate a commitment to excellence, and display character at all times.
• Execute a coaching plan.
• Attend coaches meetings.
• Be accountable for personal growth as well as church, outreach, and family.
• Continue education and mastery of the sport (e.g., running strategies).
• Assist with field/weight room/locker room setup and breakdown.
• Serve as counseling resource for the players.

Qualifications / Skills / Gifts

• A strong personal commitment to Jesus Christ.
• A strong commitment to the philosophies and Statement of Faith of Calvary Chapel.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A good working relationship with children, parents, and staff.
• Able to control emotions; slow to anger.
• Able to remain calm and organized during busy schedules.
• Spiritually mature.
• Able to counsel, comfort, and offer support to students.
• Able to maintain order and structure in a large group of children.
• Gifts of leadership, organization, and service.
• Willingness to submit to authority.
• Enthusiastic and positive attitude.
• Genuine love for our student-athletes and each other.
• At least 2 years of experience as a Softball coach and/or college or professional playing experience preferred.
• Verifiable history of mentoring and spiritual investment in former and/or current players.
• Impeccable reputation in the sports community at all levels (youth, high school, college, etc.).
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds.

Work Schedule

Weekdays: In‑Season 5 afternoons per week

Sundays: OFF

On occasion there may be additional duties outside normal hours; these will be communicated in advance and compensated or flex time will be permitted.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Other

Industries: Education Management