Head Girls Softball Coach — Lead a Strong Program

Trumbull County ESC; Kinsman Township (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Trumbull County ESC seeks a Girls Softball Coach for Joseph Badger Local Schools in Kinsman, OH. You will lead the softball program, supervise staff, and coordinate developmental opportunities to grow student-athletes both on and off the field.

You will ensure safety, follow OHSAA rules, and foster a positive, inclusive team culture while aligning practices with school philosophy and long-term goals.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, and trustworthiness.
• Must serve as a positive role model with respectful coaching strategies.
• Must demonstrate strong leadership to supervise coaches and program staff.
• Must accept constructive criticism and pursue professional growth.
• Head coaching experience preferred.
• Commitment to academic achievement and athletic excellence for student-athletes.
• Outstanding communication with students, coaches, parents, teachers, and administrators.
• Must be a teacher of the sport and commit to program development.
• Ability to develop practice plans, strategies, and long-term goals.
• Commitment to student-athlete safety and injury prevention, concussion protocols, and emergency procedures.
• Promote a positive, inclusive team culture.
• Knowledge of OHSAA rules, regulations, and district policies.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; dependable on schedules and deadlines.
• Willingness to collaborate with administration, staff, families, and booster organizations.
• Maintain Ohio permits and complete required background checks.

Responsibilities

• Serve as head of the softball program, overseeing all sub-varsity and feeder programs.
• Develop and align a comprehensive K12 softball program with school philosophy and style of play.
• Provide leadership and support to youth and middle school coaches for consistency.
• Organize youth camps, clinics, leagues, and off-season development opportunities.
• Collaborate with community organizations to strengthen relationships and pipelines.
• Monitor youth development initiatives and adjust for player progression.
• Ensure permit, CPR/First Aid, concussion training compliance.
• Demonstrate professional conduct during games and practices.
• Motivate athletes and model dedication to coaching.
• Prefer prior high school level coaching experience.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication

Coaching strategies

Time management

Team building

Program development

Collaboration

Motivating athletes

Safety awareness

Tools

Ohio Pupil Activity Permit

CPR/First Aid

Concussion Training

BCI/FBI background checks

Job description

Trumbull County ESC seeks a Girls Softball Coach for Joseph Badger Local Schools in Kinsman, OH. You will lead the softball program, supervise staff, and coordinate developmental opportunities to grow student-athletes both on and off the field.

You will ensure safety, follow OHSAA rules, and foster a positive, inclusive team culture while aligning practices with school philosophy and long-term goals.