Head Coach - Fastpitch

Kelso School District; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 6,900 - 9,300; Part time

Job summary

Kelso School District in Kelso, WA seeks a Head Coach-Fastpitch for the Winter season. This stipend position is paid under the Extracurricular Salary Schedule, and the coach will support the entire 12th-grade athletic program while upholding standards of sportsmanship and safety.

The role requires coaching experience, current First Aid/CPR, and willingness to complete WIAA clock hours. The successful candidate will mentor student-athletes, coordinate with staff, manage equipment, and model

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching the relevant sport.
• Current First Aid and CPR cards; maintain current certifications.
• WIAA clock hour requirements knowledge; actively acquire hours.
• Ability to establish positive rapport and motivate student-athletes.
• Knowledge of current coaching strategies, safety, rules for the sport.
• Must be at least 21 years old per WIAA.
• Uphold board policies and follow admin procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the total athletic program through 12th grade.
• Promote good sportsmanship and ethical standards.
• Become knowledgeable and apply WIAA/National Federation rules.
• Adhere to procedures, school district policies, WIAA guidelines, and coaching handbook contents.
• Develop a vision embracing character development and a positive experience for all athletes.
• Serve as a positive role model for students and practice the behaviors expected of student athletes.
• Communicate effectively with players, coaches, parents, media, and the community.
• Develop cooperative working relationships with other secondary head coaches in the Kelso School District.
• Support the student/athlete within the academic program by holding high academic standards and monitoring achievement.
• Exercise proper care and storage of equipment and maintain inventory.
• Communicate with the Athletic Director, Athletic Coordinators, Secretaries, and Building Administration regarding schedules, awards criteria, participation, volunteer coaches, and discipline concerns.
• Adhere to athletic office clearance procedures prior to participation.
• Provide and review with each student/athlete a copy of the Student Athletic Handbook and apply discipline fairly.
• Distribute, collect, and keep on file signed safety guidelines from each participant.
• Follow and enforce district guidelines when transporting student athletes to contests.
• Treat all injuries with discretion; administer first aid and CPR when deemed necessary and complete accident reports.
• Uphold school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies.
• Take all necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, and facilities.
• Have regular, consistent attendance.

Skills

Coaching experience

First Aid/CPR

Coaching clock hours

Rapport & motivation

Rules & safety knowledge

Age 21+

Policy compliance

Job description

Head Coach-Fastpitch

Season: Winter

Pay Range: $8,064 stipend Per the Extra-Curricular Salary Schedule

• This position is not eligible for medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, or life insurance.


• Sick leave is accrued at 1 hour for every 40 hours worked in accordance with Washington state law.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have previous training and/or experience in coaching appropriate sport


• Maintain a current First Aid and CPR cards and be willing to keep cards current for future coaching responsibilities


• Demonstrate a willingness to actively acquire coaching clock hours to fulfill the WIAA clock hour requirements


• Demonstrated ability to establish a positive rapport with and motivate the student/athlete


• Be knowledgeable of current strategies, techniques, proper safety precautions, rules and regulations for appropriate sport


• Must be at least 21 years of age per WIAA requirements


• Must uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Be supportive of the total athletic program that runs through 12th grade


• Promote good sportsmanship and exemplify high ethical standards for self and team


• Become knowledgeable and practice WIAA Guidelines, National Federation Rules, League Standard Operating


• Adhere to procedures, school district policies, WIAA Guidelines, and coaching handbook contents


• Develop and articulate a vision for the program that embraces character development and a positive experience for all athletes


• Serve as a positive role model for students, and practice the behaviors that are expected of our student athletes


• Communicate effectively with players, coaches, parents, media, and the community


• Develop a cooperative working relationship with other secondary head coaches in the Kelso School District


• Support the student/athlete within the academic program by holding high academic standards for students and monitoring student achievement


• Exercise the proper care and storage of equipment and maintain a current inventory


• Communicate with the Athletic Director, Athletic Coordinators, Secretaries, and Building Administration regarding practice schedules, award criteria, middle school participation, volunteer coaches, general correspondence, team rosters, and discipline concerns


• Strictly adhere to athletic office clearance procedures prior to a student/athlete's participation in the sport


• Provide and review with each student/athlete a copy of the Student Athletic Handbook and apply discipline fairly and positively as outlined in the Student Handbook


• Distribute, collect, and keep on file signed safety guidelines from each participant in the sport


• Follow and enforce district guidelines when transporting student athletes to contests


• Treat all injuries with discretion; administer first aid and CPR when deemed necessary and complete accident reports in a timely manner


• Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies


• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities


• Have regular, consistent attendance

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Fulfill all other responsibilities as assigned

RESPONSIBLE TO

• Athletic director or school principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Per agreement between the Kelso School District and the Kelso Extra-Curricular Association

A fingerprint background check is required of any person who is offered employment with the Kelso School District

Kelso School District #458 complies with all federal rules and regulations and 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 a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code. Kelso School District offers classes in many Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas, such as Agriculture Sciences, Business & Marketing, Family Consumer Sciences, Health Sciences, Skilled & Technical Sciences, and STEM under its open admissions policy. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.

The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Holly Budge, Director of Human Resources, Title VII Officer, ADA Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; [e-mail] , 360.501.1918; and Gunnar Guttormsen, Director of Student Services/Assessment, Title IX & Section 504 Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; [e-mail] , 360.501.1905

For more information about CTE course offerings and admissions criteria, contact: Melissa Boudreau, CTE Director; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; [e-mail] , 360-501-1800; or Mara Rinker, Registrar; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; [e-mail] , 360-501-1800.

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