Coach - Assistant Softball (3 positions) @ Columbia Middle School

Young World Physical Education; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

A local school district is seeking an Assistant Softball Coach for Columbia Middle School in Moses Lake. The successful candidate will assist the head coach, organize practices, and communicate effectively with students and parents. Required qualifications include a high school diploma and knowledge of the sport, with a First Aid and CPR/AED Certification necessary before the season begins. This is a part-time position with responsibilities extending until the payment deadline in June 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to execute coaching duties and adhere to school policies.
• Experience teaching the sport to secondary school students.
• Must obtain First Aid and CPR/AED Certification before the season.
• Meet WIAA age requirements and maintain program organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coach with program responsibilities.
• Organize and evaluate practice sessions.
• Communicate with parents about player status.
• Communicate with parents about attendance and injuries.
• Help schedule transportation and manage team logistics.

Skills

Knowledge of the sport

Organizational skills

Ability to communicate effectively

First Aid and CPR/AED Certification

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Job description

Coach - Assistant Softball (3 positions) @ Columbia Middle School

Moses Lake School District 161, Columbia Middle School – Moses Lake, Washington

Job Details

Job ID: 5565004

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 03, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Coach Salary Schedule

Coaches will receive payment no later than June 30, 2026.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated ability to effectively carry out the duties of the position and comply with the policies/procedures set forth by the Principal, Athletic Director, and the Moses Lake School District.
• Exhibited knowledge of the sport, demonstrated technical skills, and successful experience teaching these skills to secondary school student-athletes.
• Valid First Aid and CPR/AED Certification or ability to obtain prior to start of season.
• Ability to meet WIAA age requirements applicable to the position.
• Exhibit the organizational skills and abilities to ensure a well-managed program.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Work within the basic framework and philosophy of the head coach.
• Demonstrate knowledge of modern trends, techniques, strategies, playing rules and procedures.
• Assist the head coach in carrying out his/her responsibilities.
• Organize, supervise, and evaluate practice sessions.
• Implement a safety plan that includes teaching of the proper techniques and fundamentals.
• Adhere to all safety rules.
• Have an emergency medical plan in place.
• Inform parents of individual players regarding attendance, discipline, and injury.
• Relate to staff members in a professional and effective manner.
• Demonstrate appropriate sportsmanship with athletes, peers, and the public (particularly at sporting events).
• Motivate players.
• Keep players informed of available camps, weight programs, etc.
• Teach and discipline in a consistent and equitable manner.
• Aware and adhere to WIAA, league, district, and building rules and policies.
• Implement team rules in accordance with the policies and regulations listed above.
• Direct student managers and statisticians on respective teams.
• Assist the head coach in scheduling and providing transportation to sport events.
• Adhere to scheduled facility times.
• Instruct team members as to changes in the rules and teach fundamentals of the sport as outlined by the head coach.
• Attend all staff meetings and carry out scouting assignments as outlined by the head coach.
• Secure all doors, lights, windows and locks before leaving building if custodians are not on duty.
• Instill in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care and proper use.
• Arrive early enough before practice, contests, and meetings to adequately prepare, and remain long enough afterwards to help players with problems or to become involved in staff discussions.
• Help in the planning and implementation of both in-season and out-of-season conditioning and weight programs.
• Never criticize, admonish, or argue with head coach or any staff member within hearing or sight of players or parents.
• Strive to improve skills by attending clinics and using resources made available by the head coach.
• Examine locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking on general cleanliness of the facility.
• Responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of specific sports equipment.
• Complete mandatory SafeSchools training annually.
• WIAA standards require all coaches to complete sport specific WIAA coaching standard courses by the third week of the season.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION

The Moses Lake School District #161 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX, Civil Rights, Aff…

Position Type: Part-Time

Contact Information

• Jeremy Quilter , Assistant Principal / Athletic Administrator
• Columbia Middle School
• Phone: [phone] ex2197
• Email: [e-mail]

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