Fastpitch Assistant Coach (2 of 2)

Elma-School-District; Elma (WA); On-site; USD 4,100 - 4,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

I-1433 Sick Leave

Washington Paid Family Medical Leave

Job summary

Elma High School in the Elma School District is seeking an Assistant Fastpitch Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. Date Posted 09-28-2026; Duties run roughly March–May 2027 with an extracurricular salary stipend range of $4,110.00–$4,460.00.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, be at least 19, pass WSP/FBI background checks, have a valid First Aid/CPR Card, and demonstrate knowledge of the sport, safety and positive student relations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• WSP/FBI background clearance clearance required.
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct leadership and organization for all levels of the assigned sport/activity.
• Supervise athletes, manage practices, games, and travel as part of school activities.
• Ensure safety procedures are taught and followed for all athletes.
• Coordinate with Head Coach and Athletic Director for season planning and parent communication.
• Maintain knowledge of district rules and regulations related to the sport/activity.

Skills

Positive relationships

Regular attendance

Safety procedures

Education

High School diploma or GED

WSP/FBI background clearance

First Aid/CPR Certification

Job description

NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Elma School District is accepting applications for the following coaching position:
2026 - 2027
Elma High School
Assistant Fastpitch Coach

Date Posted: 09-28-2026

Requested Start Date: 03-13-2027

• Approximately March - May 2027

2026-2027 Extracurricular Salary Stipend Range:

• $4,110.00-$4,460.00

Benefits Include:

• I-1433 Sick Leave, the employee will accrue at least one (1) hour of paid sick leave for every forty (40) hours worked
• Washington Paid Family Medical Leave

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED is required
• Must be at least 19 years old
• Must have a WSP/FBI fingerprint background clearance check
• Must have a valid First Aid/CPR Certification Card
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the sport skill, strategy and rules
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with students, staff, parents and community
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position
• The safety and health of students and others are essential functions of this position

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous middle school coaching experience
• Previous fastpitch participation and/or coaching experience

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct leadership and organization for all levels of the assigned sport/activity
• Provide direct ongoing supervision of all athletes, manage before/during/after all practices/conditioning sessions, games/travel, and other school-sanctioned events
• Develop appropriate objectives for the assigned sport/activity
• Maintain knowledge of league and district rules and regulations related directly to the assigned sport/activity, student participation, and parent/community involvement
• Continually teach and emphasize safety procedures and precautions to all athletes
• Report all injuries to the Head Coach, Athletic Director, and complete appropriate report(s)
• Immediately reports all violations or suspected violations of established rules and regulations to the Head Coach and Athletic Director
• Organize and conduct, in coordination with the Head Coach and Athletic Director, parent meetings prior to the season and provide ongoing parent communication throughout the season
• Provide guidance, leadership, and the fundamental skills necessary to execute the program in a successful manner
• Assume the leadership role in relation to team organization, style of play, practice schedules, equipment, and assigned responsibilities
• Assume responsibility for clearing all athletes who are returning to play after an injury through the Athletic Director
• Monitor student compliance with all provisions of the ESD #68 Athletic Code and comply with WIAA Rules and Regulations
• Organize awards and recognition for athletes/participants
• Responsible for a clean and orderly storage facility

The Elma School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Students, families and other stakeholders are notified the district does not discriminate based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal in any programs or activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Designated to handle inquiries about nondiscrimination policies are: 504 Section Coordinator, Kathleen Gallagher, [e-mail] Title IX Officer, Dr. Christopher R. Nesmith, [e-mail]

El Distrito Escolar de Elma es un Empleador con Igualdad de Oportunidades. Se les notifica a los estudiantes, familias y otras partes interesadas que el distrito no discrimina por motivos de sexo, raza, credo, religion, color, edad, origen nacional, orientación sexual, expresión o identidad de género, estado de veterano o militar, discapacidad, o el uso de un perro guía entrenado o animal de servicio en ninguno de sus programas o actividades, y ofrece igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados.

Las personas designadas para atender consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación son: Coordinadora de la Sección 504: Kathleen Gallagher, [e-mail] Oficial de Title IX: Dr. Christopher R. Nesmith, [e-mail]