Head Coach, Softball- 8th Grade

HIGHLAND HILLS MIDDLE SCHOOL; Georgetown (IN); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional school district in Georgetown, Indiana, is seeking a part-time Head Coach for 8th Grade Softball. This role involves coaching student athletes in essential skills, coordinating practices, and ensuring sportsmanship. Applicants should have coaching experience, knowledge of sports regulations, and excellent communication skills. The position requires candidates to lift up to 40 pounds and maintain a safe and positive environment both on and off campus. Immediate start is available.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching/participating in sports at the middle or high school level preferred.
• Prior coaching experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of basic First Aid and Athletic Training practices.

Responsibilities

• Coach individual student athletes in mechanics and skills necessary for achievement.
• Coordinate and supervise regular practice schedules.
• Encourage sportsmanship and enforce guidelines.

Skills

Coaching experience at middle or high school level

Knowledge of sports rules and regulations

Excellent organizational skills

Effective communication

Education

High School/Trade School degree

Job description

New Albany-Floyd County Consolidated School District – Highland Hills Middle School – Georgetown, Indiana.

Head Coach, Softball- 8th Grade

Job ID: 5490302

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE: Head Coach, Softball - 8th Grade

CLASSIFICATION: Extra-Duty

REPORTS TO: Athletic Director

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience coaching/participating in sports at the middle or high school level preferred
• Prior coaching experience is desirable
• Knowledge rules and regulations
• Knowledge of basic First Aid and Athletic Training practices
• Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students, teachers, coaches, and community while fostering a positive atmosphere
• Such alternatives to the above as the Administration may find appropriate and acceptable

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coaches individual student athletes in mechanics and skills necessary for achievement in competitive sports.
• Coordinates and supervises a regular schedule of practice.
• Encourages sportsmanship and team unity and enforces all sportsmanship guidelines.
• Enforces discipline of contest, school, conference and state rules and regulations.
• Supervises coaching staff; provides opportunity to enhance their professional development.
• Oversees the safety conditions and accountability issues involving students and facilities located both on NAFCS properties and at off campus facilities.
• Maintains accurate records of uniforms, equipment, individual/team statistics, and accomplishments.
• Submits required forms and athletic documents; recommends purchase of equipment and supplies.
• Attends required meetings and clinics for coaches, State and conference selection, and Athletic Boosters.
• Provides and displays a willingness to work with Athletics Department Administration, staff, student athletes, and parents with a dynamic practice and game schedule.
• Coordinates and develops effective and sustainable fundraising plan with Athletic Director that is easily communicated with administration, players, coaches, media, and community.
• Coaches may need to transport athletes in corporation vehicles from time to time, a valid drivers license is required to meet this responsibility.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Principal, Athletic Director, and/or other designee.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Position Type: Part-Time

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or nonprescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the Corporation.

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.