Head Coach - Softball

Catalina Foothills School District; Arizona; On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Catalina Foothills High School seeks a Head Coach for softball to lead the program under the oversight of the Athletic Director and Principal. The role requires an Arizona teaching credential or substitute certificate, CPR, IVP fingerprint clearance, and a valid Arizona driver’s license with a clean record.

A district vehicle may be used to transport athletes to events. The stipend ranges from $3,100 to $3,702 DOE, with start date targeted for February 8th, 2027.

Qualifications

• Valid Arizona Teacher Certification or Substitute Certificate required.
• CPR certification required.
• IVP Level One fingerprint clearance card required.
• Arizona driver's license with a clean driving record required.
• Ability and willingness to drive a district vehicle to transport students to matches.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership as Head Coach for the softball program under supervision of school administrators.
• Organize and supervise the sports program and ensure compliance with policies.
• Coordinate scheduling, transportation, and preparation for matches and practices.
• Maintain equipment, inventory, and facility coordination with staff.

Skills

CPR certified

Driver's license

District vehicle driving

Education

Arizona Teacher Certification or Substitute Certificate

Job description

Head Coach - Softball

Location: Catalina Foothills High School

Stipend Range: $3,100- $3,702DOE

Target Start Date: February 8th, 2027

Under general supervision of Head Coach, Athletic Director and Principal.

Essential Functions

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a complete listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this job class.)

Required Qualifications

• Valid Arizona Teacher Certification or Substitute Certificate required. Employment as a teacher at the Catalina Foothills School District preferred.
• Must have ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
• Should possess substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and, at the same time, continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field.
• Must be CPR certified.
• Must have a current, valid IVP Level One fingerprint clearance card without restrictions at the time of hire.
• Must be able and willing to drive a district vehicle to transport students to matches and serve as the team's supervising adult.
• Coach is required to have an Arizona driver's license with a clean driving record.

Supervises

• Athletes and team assigned. Assumes supervisory control over all athletes in program when such control is needed.

Job Goal

To carry out the aims and objectives of the sport program as outlined by the head coach and school administration. To instruct athletes in individual and team fundamentals, strategy and physical training necessary to realize a degree of individual and team success

Duties and Responsibilities

• Has a thorough knowledge of all the athletic policies approved by the Governing Board and is responsible for implementation.
• Has knowledge of the existing school district, state and regional regulations; implements same consistently.
• Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all students and parent requests or grievances through proper channels. Is aware of all public/staff/departmental meetings that require attendance.
• Maintains discipline and works to increase morale and cooperation within the school sports program and school community.

Administrative Duties

• Assists head coach in scheduling, providing transportation to tournaments and special sport events.
• Assists in preparation for scheduled sport events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times. Coordinates program with maintenance and school employees.
• Provides to the athletic director documentation necessary to fulfill school, district, and state requirements concerning physical examinations, parental consent and eligibility.

Equipment and Facilities

• Is accountable to the head coach for all equipment. Collects the cost of any equipment lost or not returned. Arranges issuing, marking and storing of equipment and submits an annual inventory and current records. Coordinates all equipment processing with the equipment manager.
• Monitors locker rooms, equipment room, training room, and coaches' offices and authorizes who may enter.
• Secures all doors, lights, windows and locks before leaving building. Coordinate with custodial staff on duty.
• Instills in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care and proper use.

Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Policy

In CFSD, we value aworkforce that reflects the diversity of our students. We are committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex (which includes a prohibition against sexual harassment as described in District policy ACA-Sexual Harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, religion, or disability.