Head Coach, Girls Softball (Supplement Only) (2026-2027)

School District of Indian River County; Sebastian (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The School District of Indian River County is seeking a Head Coach for the Girls Softball team. This is a supplemental position located at Sebastian River Middle School, focusing on developing coaching strategies and ensuring athlete safety.

Qualified candidates must possess a valid Florida Educator's Certificate or obtain the necessary Florida Athletic Coaching Certificates. The role includes responsibilities such as developing training programs and collaborating with school personnel.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Florida Educator’s Certificate.
• Experience with coaching theory and athletic injury prevention.
• Certification in First Aid and CPR required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and well-being of athletes during practice and games.
• Develop training programs and coaching strategies.
• Collaborate with school administrators to maintain compliance.

Skills

Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate

Coaching theory

First Aid certification

CPR certification

Job description

Head Coach, Girls Softball (Supplement Only)

Job ID: 9850

Position Type: Athletics/Substitute/Misc./ Coaching

Date Posted: 6/2/2026

Location: Sebastian River Middle School

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Florida Educator’s Certificate.
• Coaches without a Florida Educator’s Certificate must obtain either a Three‑Year or Five‑Year Florida Athletic Coaching Certificate.
• Three‑Year Certificate: one-time, nonrenewable; awarded to individuals who have an approved volunteer status and completed fingerprinting through the FDLE and FBI after being accepted for a coaching role.
• Five‑Year Certificate: awarded to individuals who meet the specialization requirements for the Athletic Coaching Endorsement, including:
• Three semester hours in Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries and the effects and dangers of drug use.
• Three semester hours in coaching theory.
• Three semester hours in theory and practice of coaching a specific sport.
• A valid CPR certificate from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• First Aid certification, including training in the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
• Approval for employment and completed fingerprinting (FDLE/FBI) with results not older than one year.
• Coursework required may be met through college coursework or the Human Kinetics Athletic Coaching Endorsement program approved under the School District of Indian River County’s Master Inservice Plan.