Coach, Head Softball, Job 26-3034 MA

Young World Physical Education; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 5,000 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Head Coach for Softball at Mariner High School in Everett, Washington. This seasonal position involves overseeing the development of student athletes during the spring season, providing training and coaching after school and on weekends. The ideal candidate has coaching experience, strong knowledge of softball rules, and the ability to foster sportsmanship among students.

The role requires consistent collaboration with staff and adherence to WIAA regulations. Competitive salary ranges from $4,886 to $6,588.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age per WIAA regulations.
• Experience with student cultural and economic diversity preferred.
• Three years of successful head or varsity coaching preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate training and coaching.
• Teach rules and enhance students’ development.
• Supervise student behavior and maintain discipline.
• Ensure safety and well-being of student athletes.
• Direct and supervise assistants and volunteers.

Skills

Knowledge of softball rules

Ability to motivate students

Effective communication

Strong organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Formal training in softball

College degree preferred

Job description

Head Coach – Softball

Mariner High School, Mukilteo School District – Everett, Washington

Summary

The Head Coach will oversee the development of student athletes for the 2026‑27 spring softball season, coaching afterschool and on weekends. The role requires coaching and playing experience; head coaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide age‑appropriate training, instruction, and coaching to develop student skills, sportsmanship, teamwork, and self‑esteem.
• Teach rules, safety, and enhance students’ personal, physical, social, and emotional development.
• Promote participation in all sports and the value of being a multi‑sport athlete.
• Supervise student behavior, correct misconduct, and maintain discipline consistent with WIAA regulations and district policies.
• Assist in scheduling sport‑related events, coaching meetings, practices, games, and related logistics.
• Ensure the safety and well‑being of student athletes, providing first aid or referring as appropriate.
• Direct and supervise assistants and volunteers.
• Maintain professional interactions with students, staff, parents, and the public.
• Process, manage, and account for supply orders, distribution, and inventory.
• Maintain records of student eligibility, equipment inventory, fiscal resources, and sport records.
• Follow fiscal procedures, policies, and conduct fundraising activities as needed.
• Implement and comply with WIAA regulations and district policies.
• Maintain consistent attendance and conform to regular work hours.
• Stay current with sport techniques, coaching certification, and training requirements.
• Attend meetings, clinics, and workshops.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of softball rules, required skills, coaching techniques, game strategy, and student development.
• Ability to develop and instruct student athletes and apply effective game strategy.
• Ability to motivate students and promote sportsmanship, teamwork, and self‑esteem.
• Effective communication with diverse constituents.
• Ability to foster teamwork and collaboration among stakeholders.
• Exercise discretion, maintain trust, confidentiality, and sound judgment.
• Establish professional and positive relationships with others.
• Follow verbal and written instructions accurately.
• Strong organization, efficiency, time management, budgeting, and record‑keeping.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Must be 21 years of age per WIAA regulations.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Formal training in softball per WIAA requirements, including current CPR/first aid card.
• College degree preferred.

Experience

• Experience with student cultural and economic diversity (preferred).
• Three years of successful head or varsity coaching at the high school, college, or professional level (preferred).

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally – 1% to 33% involvement in activities such as standing, walking, crouching, stooping, twisting knees and neck, climbing, and light lifting.
• Frequently – 34% to 65% involvement in similar activities with increased frequency.
• Continually – 66% to 100% involvement in all listed activities.
• Includes tasks such as talking, hearing, vision, depth perception, field of vision, and working both outdoors and indoors.

Salary and Position Type

Seasonal salary: $4,886 to $6,588. Position type: Extra‑Curricular.

Job Categories

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Contact Information

• Mukilteo School District, Human Resources
• Email: [e-mail]

EEO Statement

The Mukilteo School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Employees designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination include the Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator, Robert Gallagher (425‑356‑1325), [e-mail]; the Section 504 Coordinator, Becca Anderson (425‑356‑1277), [e-mail]; and the ADA/Access Coordinator, Karen Mooseker (425‑356‑1330), [e-mail].