Head Softball Coach — Lead & Develop Champions

Sylvania; Town of Round Lake (WI); On-site; USD 5,000 - 9,000; Full time

Job summary

Round Lake High School is seeking a Head Coach for Softball to lead the athletic program, organize practices, and develop student-athletes’ skills and character. You will ensure compliance with IHSA rules and district policies while fostering sportsmanship and teamwork.

The role involves supervising coaching staff, coordinating schedules, and maintaining records and equipment in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Current teacher or substitute certification in the State of Illinois or ASEP coaching certification per IHSA requirements.
• Bloodborne Pathogens Training/Hepatitis B Shots Series Training; Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License; First Aid/CPR Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and conducts practices in accordance with IHSA rules.
• Coaches student-athletes in individual and team skills, fundamentals, strategies, and techniques.
• Maintains facilities, equipment, and inventory; ensures safety procedures.
• Maintains eligibility, conduct, dress, equipment, and safety compliance for student-athletes.
• Coordinates with Athletic Director for scheduling of contests, events, and transportation.
• Provides direction and supervision to Assistant Coaches; evaluates coaching staff.
• Keeps accurate records and reports attendance, rosters, and awards.

Skills

Injury prevention

Coaching techniques

Athlete development

IHSA rules knowledge

Ethics and sportsmanship

Communication skills

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Leadership

Conflict de-escalation

Teamwork

Diversity collaboration

Physical fitness ability

Education

Current Illinois teaching/substitute certification

ASEP IHSA coaching certification

Bloodborne Pathogens/Hepatitis B training

Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance

Valid Illinois Driver’s License

First Aid/CPR certification preferred

Tools

None

Job description

Round Lake High School is seeking a Head Coach for Softball to lead the athletic program, organize practices, and develop student-athletes’ skills and character. You will ensure compliance with IHSA rules and district policies while fostering sportsmanship and teamwork.

The role involves supervising coaching staff, coordinating schedules, and maintaining records and equipment in a supportive, inclusive environment.