High School Softball Assistant Coach - Lead Practices

Portland Public School District; Portland (MI); On-site; USD 2,500 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Portland Public Schools is seeking a Softball Assistant Coach at Portland High School to support the head coach and the Extra Curricular & Athletic Coordinator in developing student-athletes and building a strong program.

The role focuses on teaching fundamentals, conditioning, teamwork, and sportsmanship, while assisting with practices, games, and program operations. Collaboration with staff and adherence to district policies are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of softball fundamentals, rules, techniques, and strategies.
• Previous softball coaching experience preferred.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with student-athletes, coaching staff, and administration.
• Commitment to promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and student-athlete development.
• Must have fingerprints scanned electronically and submitted to the Michigan State Police prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with planning and conducting practices, drills, and game preparation.
• Teaching and reinforcing softball fundamentals, skills, and strategies.
• Supporting student-athlete development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and positive character.
• Assisting with game-day coaching, supervision, and team management.
• Collaborating with other coaches to promote consistency and growth throughout the district's softball program.
• Ensuring compliance with district policies, athletic department expectations, and MHSAA regulations.

Skills

Softball fundamentals

Coaching experience

Communication

Leadership

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

First Aid certification

CPR certification

Job description

Portland Public Schools is seeking a Softball Assistant Coach at Portland High School to support the head coach and the Extra Curricular & Athletic Coordinator in developing student-athletes and building a strong program.

The role focuses on teaching fundamentals, conditioning, teamwork, and sportsmanship, while assisting with practices, games, and program operations. Collaboration with staff and adherence to district policies are essential.