High School Softball Coach: Player Development & Leadership

Community High School District 218; Blue Island (IL); On-site; USD 2,500 - 4,500; Part time

Job summary

Community High School District 218 seeks an Assistant Softball Coach to support student-athlete development and assist the Eisenhower Athletic Department in pursuing its mission. You will help teach fundamentals, supervise practices and games, and participate in planning and execution of events.

The role requires ISBE/ASEP/NFHS certification and prior high school softball coaching experience is preferred. The position is tied to the district stipend program and involves duties in the athletic

Qualifications

• ISBE, ASEP, or NFHS certification required.
• Previous high school softball coaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in teaching softball fundamentals, strategies, and sportsmanship.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, travel, and related events.
• Attend and actively participate in all scheduled practices, games (home and away), and team functions.
• Support the head coach in planning practices, game management, and conducting skill instruction.
• Monitor and enforce all eligibility, safety, and conduct requirements as established by IHSA, the school, and district policies.
• Chaperone and supervise athletes at all softball events while maintaining discipline and promoting a positive team environment.
• Maintain a safe environment and report injuries promptly to appropriate staff.
• Complete required paperwork, attendance logs, and communicate with parents and administration as needed.
• Attend coach meetings and required professional development as assigned by the athletic department.

Education

ISBE certification

ASEP certification

NFHS certification

Job description

Community High School District 218 seeks an Assistant Softball Coach to support student-athlete development and assist the Eisenhower Athletic Department in pursuing its mission. You will help teach fundamentals, supervise practices and games, and participate in planning and execution of events.

The role requires ISBE/ASEP/NFHS certification and prior high school softball coaching experience is preferred. The position is tied to the district stipend program and involves duties in the athletic