Head Junior Varsity Softball Coach

Sylvania; Lebanon (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lebanon School District seeks a Head Junior Varsity Softball Coach to guide student-athletes in skill development and teamwork. You will plan practices, develop strategies, and model professional conduct.

Responsibilities include fostering an inclusive culture, ensuring athlete safety and well-being, and maintaining open communication with school administrators, parents, and players. Evening and weekend hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years coaching experience (head coaching preferred).
• Proven coaching techniques and in-depth knowledge, including rules, strategies, and district and PIAA regulations.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to foster effective relationships with administrators, staff, students, parents, and governing bodies.
• Commitment to academic and personal development of student-athletes.
• Ability to assess and develop players and coaches.
• Professional demeanor and motivational leadership.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Willingness to uphold school policies and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Availability to meet with students and parents outside of instructional hours.
• Organizing and maintaining a structured off-season workout program.

Responsibilities

• Coach and mentor student-athletes in skill development and team strategies.
• Foster positive, inclusive team culture and ensure safety.
• Represent the school professionally and communicate with administrators, staff, and parents.

Skills

Coaching experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Team building

Equity & inclusion

Schedule flexibility

Safety & welfare

Job description

Position Title

Head Junior Varsity Softball Coach

Job Goal

This position involves coaching, mentoring, and guiding student-athletes in individual skill development and team strategies. The coach will also be responsible for fostering a positive and inclusive team culture, ensuring the safety and well-being of players, and always representing the school professionally.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years coaching experience (head coaching preferred)
• Proven coaching techniques and in-depth knowledge, including rules, strategies, and district and PIAA regulations
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Ability to foster effective relationships with administrators, staff, students, parents, and governing bodies
• Commitment to academic and personal development of student-athletes
• Ability to assess and develop players and coaches
• Professional demeanor and motivational leadership
• Effective communicator with strong human relations skills
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Willingness to uphold school policies and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• Availability to meet with students and parents outside of instructional hours
• A head coach/assistant coach must be dedicated to organizing and maintaining a structured off-season workout program that supports the ongoing development of their athletes. This involves planning and supervising conditioning, skill-building, and strength training sessions to ensure progress throughout the year and team readiness.

Application Process

• All required clearances must comply with the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s mandated criteria for hire.

Application Deadline

The position will remain open until the appropriate candidate is selected.

The Lebanon School District is an equal-opportunity employer.

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