Head Softball Coach

Young World Physical Education; Cloverdale (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring a part-time Head Softball Coach at Read Mountain Middle School in Cloverdale, Virginia. The coach will supervise practices and games, provide leadership, and mentor student-athletes. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and relevant experience in coaching or playing softball. Besides excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the coach must be committed to representing the school with professionalism. The position requires a valid driver's license and successful completion of a background check.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; equivalent training or experience may be acceptable.
• Experience playing or coaching the applicable sport.

Responsibilities

• Provide practice and supervision for the team during the sports season.
• Organize out-of-season workouts, tryouts, and season practices.
• Collaborate with administration and athletic director for scheduling.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team working skills

Knowledge of sports rules

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Head Softball Coach

Botetourt County School Dist Read Mountain Middle School - Cloverdale, Virginia.

Job ID: 5705699

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Description

Botetourt County Public Schools

JOB CLASS: Coach - Athletic

GROUP: Coaches

FLSA STATUS: N/A - Stipend Payment

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: A school coach provides the necessary practice, support, supervision and advice for the team to be successful against opposing teams in a sports season.

ESSENTIAL TASKS:

• Previous experience playing or coaching applicable sport
• Knowledge with the rules and regulations of the sports they plan on coaching.
• Strong leadership qualities
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Communication Skills
• Team Working Skills
• Ability to teach relevant skills, tactics and techniques
• Monitor performance and provide constructive feedback to both individuals and team
• Some administrative tasks regarding organization and team information distribution
• Perform related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: The coach is responsible for organizing out of season workouts, tryouts and season practices. They are to collaborate with the administration and athletic director in regards to all scheduling that impacts the sport. The coaching staff is expected to work diligently to field athletic teams with student/athletes that represent BCPS with quality players that show strong character daily. It is expected the coaching staff will always be cognizant of the leadership and visibility of a public school coach. At no time should a coach compromise professionalism while representing BCPS in a coaching capacity. Coaches are asked to work closely with athletic directors and administration during any issues that may resolve in additional support.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or GED. A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid driver's license. Must be able to successfully pass criminal background investigation. VHSL Coaches’ Education and Pre-Season Coaches’ Meetings led by BCPS Athletic Director.

Last Update: April 2025

Job Requirements

Position Type: Part-Time

Contact Information

• Cory Hawks, Athletic Director
• Read Mountain Middle School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]