Head Softball Coach

West Essex Regional School District; North Caldwell (NJ); On-site; USD 8,100 - 9,600; Full time

Job summary

West Essex Regional School District seeks a Head Softball Coach at the High School to lead program development, athlete mentorship, and competitive success. The role emphasizes safeguarding student welfare, upholding district policies, and coordinating practice and game schedules with school staff.

The coach will model professional behavior, mentor assistant coaches, and communicate effectively with students, families, and administration to promote positive sportsmanship and academic balance.

Qualifications

• Possess a Standard Teaching Certificate (or County Substitute Teaching Certificate)
• Meet NJSIAA qualifications for coaches
• Must serve as a role model to students
• Knowledge of sport
• Ability to motivate
• Ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, and members of the school community
• Assistant Coaching experience preferred

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Motivation

Role modeling

Education

Standard Teaching Certificate

Job description

Position Type

Athletics/Activities/Coaching

Date Posted

11/11/2026

Location

High School

Closing Date

11/25/2026

Description: Head Softball Coach

Qualifications

• Possess a Standard Teaching Certificate (or County Substitute Teaching Certificate)
• Meet NJSIAA qualifications for coaches
• Must serve as a role model to students
• Knowledge of sport
• Ability to motivate
• Ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, and members of the school
• community
• Assistant Coaching experience preferred

Salary

$9,615 - $8,087

Commensurate with experience and in accordance with the District's negotiated salary guide.