Head Softball Coach

Wheaton Academy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheaton Academy in Chicago, Illinois is seeking a Head Varsity Softball Coach responsible for leading the Softball program, ensuring competitive excellence, and fostering positive community engagement. The ideal candidate will have previous coaching experience, a strong commitment to spiritual leadership, and the ability to develop assistant coaches.

Key responsibilities include developing the overall coaching strategy, managing program finances, and maintaining communication with stakeholders. Applicants must embrace the school's Christian mission and possess collegiate playing experience.

Qualifications

• Prior collegiate playing experience and proven coaching experience.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of guiding teams.
• Commitment to the school's Educational Philosophy and Mission.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and develop the Softball program's coaching strategy.
• Provide daily coaching and manage assistant coaches.
• Communicate with parents and prospective players.

Skills

Leadership skills

Coaching experience

Communication skills

Team management

Spiritual leadership

Job description

Reporting to the Athletic Director, The Head Varsity Softball Coach is responsible for overseeing the Wheaton Academy Softball program, ensuring competitive excellence, positive community representation, and strong leadership of the coaching staff. The coach demonstrates the qualities of a Living Curriculum Coach.

Responsibilities

Coaching

• Develop and implement the Softball program’s overall coaching strategy and vision.
• Oversee spiritual discipleship and leadership development for players at all program levels.
• Provide daily coaching for the varsity team, including practice planning and game preparation.
• Manage and mentor all assistant coaches.
• Lead team devotions regularly throughout the season.
• Partner with the Athletic Director in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and developing coaches.

Communication

• Maintain regular communication with the Athletic Director and athletic department staff.
• Oversee God-honoring communication with parents, players, and parent volunteers.
• Coordinate with the Sports Information Director to keep social media and the website current.
• Communicate with prospective players referred by Admissions.

Program Operations

• Manage program finances and budget.
• Coordinate with the Athletic Trainer for player health and safety.
• Organize team excursions, community service, and school service activities.
• Support college recruiting efforts for players.
• Plan and oversee summer camp operations.
• Utilize required technology tools to perform assigned duties.
• Represent Wheaton Academy in conference meetings and IHSA-related activities as assigned by the Athletic Director.
• Ensure compliance with conference and IHSA rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

Requirements

Wheaton Academy employees must fully embrace the school’s Educational Philosophy and Mission as expressed in its Protestant Statement of Faith and commit to upholding these principles. Participation in a Protestant church whose core beliefs align with Wheaton Academy’s Statement of Faith is expected.

Employment at Wheaton Academy requires affirmation of an evangelical Protestant Christian faith, including a personal commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and a desire to share the gospel message of salvation. Employees are expected to demonstrate spiritual maturity in character and conduct, reflecting the principles of I Timothy 4:12 within and beyond the school environment (Luke 6:40). They should exemplify discernment, dignity, respect, and Christ-centered living, setting a positive example for students, families, colleagues, and the broader community.

The ideal candidate brings prior collegiate playing experience and proven coaching experience. This individual demonstrates strong leadership skills, with a track record of guiding teams or programs toward achieving a shared vision—whether in coaching or other professional contexts.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.