Head Softball Coach: Lead Team & Athlete Development

Maquoketa Community School District; Maquoketa (IA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Maquoketa High School in Maquoketa, IA, is seeking a Head Softball Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves leading the softball program, aligning instruction with the program philosophy, and coordinating with varsity staff.

You will teach fundamentals, foster a safe, inclusive team culture, communicate with student-athletes, parents and coaching staff, and plan purposeful practices under the extra duty salary schedule. Start date is immediate; position is part-time.

Qualifications

• Lead the softball team while aligning instruction and expectations with the overall softball program philosophy.
• Teach and reinforce softball fundamentals and age-appropriate strategies to support long-term athlete development.
• Communicate clearly and build positive relationships with student-athletes, parents, and coaching staff.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive team environment that promotes athlete well-being and sportsmanship.
• Foster a positive team culture that values effort, accountability, growth, and teamwork.
• Plan and conduct purposeful practices and prepare athletes for competition in collaboration with the varsity coaching staff.
• Model professionalism and engage in ongoing learning to support player and program success

Responsibilities

• As normally assigned to the position

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Player development

Safety & inclusivity

Coaching ethics

Job description

Maquoketa High School in Maquoketa, IA, is seeking a Head Softball Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves leading the softball program, aligning instruction with the program philosophy, and coordinating with varsity staff.

You will teach fundamentals, foster a safe, inclusive team culture, communicate with student-athletes, parents and coaching staff, and plan purposeful practices under the extra duty salary schedule. Start date is immediate; position is part-time.