Head Varsity Softball Coach — Build Skills & Team Spirit

Gsd231; Idaho; Hybride; USD 8 000 - 12 000; Plein temps

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Résumé du poste

Gooding High School is seeking a dedicated Varsity Softball Coach for the upcoming season. The role requires strong softball knowledge, leadership, and a commitment to developing student-athletes both on and off the field.

The coach will plan practices, manage game schedules, and promote a positive team culture. Collaboration with school administration, athletic staff, and parents is essential to balance academics with athletics and ensure program success.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching at the high school level or higher, preferably in softball.
• Strong knowledge of softball techniques, strategies, and rules.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students, parents, and staff.
• Ability to motivate and inspire student-athletes to reach their full potential.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain prior to the season).
• Must pass a background check as required by the school district.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends during the season.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement practice plans and strategies to enhance team performance.
• Conduct daily practices focusing on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Organize scheduling of games and practices for the varsity program.
• Foster a positive team culture with respect, discipline, and commitment.
• Communicate with players, parents, and administration on progress and expectations.
• Monitor academics and balance athletics with education.
• Collaborate with assistant coaches and support staff for cohesive coaching.
• Scout and evaluate opponents to prepare for competitions.
• Ensure compliance with school policies, district rules and league regulations.
• Participate in fundraising and community engagement to support the program.

Connaissances

Coaching

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Organization

Time management

Description du poste

Job Summary
Gooding High School is seeking a dedicated and passionate Varsity Softball Coach for the upcoming season. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of the game, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to fostering a positive and competitive environment for student-athletes. This seasonal position requires collaboration with school administration, athletic staff, and parents to promote the program and ensure the development of players both on and off the field.

Responsibilities
- Develop and implement effective practice plans and strategies to enhance team performance.
- Conduct daily practices, focusing on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
- Organize and manage all aspects of the varsity softball program, including scheduling games and practices.
- Foster a positive team culture that emphasizes respect, discipline, and commitment.
- Communicate regularly with players, parents, and school administration regarding team progress and expectations.
- Monitor student-athlete academic performance and promote a balance between athletics and education.
- Collaborate with assistant coaches and support staff to ensure a cohesive coaching approach.
- Scout and evaluate opposing teams to prepare for competitions.
- Ensure compliance with school policies, district regulations, and league rules.
- Participate in fundraising and community engagement activities to support the softball program.

Requirements
- Previous coaching experience at the high school level or higher, preferably in softball.
- Strong knowledge of softball techniques, strategies, and rules.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with students, parents, and staff.
- Ability to motivate and inspire student-athletes to reach their full potential.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain prior to the season).
- A commitment to the academic success and personal development of student-athletes.
- Must pass a background check as required by the school district.
- Availability to work evenings and weekends during the season.