JV Softball Coach

Central York School District; York (York County); On-site; USD 3,000 - 5,000; Full time

Job summary

Central York High School in York, PA is seeking a JV Softball Coach to develop student-athletes through structured practices, skill development, and competitive readiness. You will work under the direction of the head coach to reinforce team philosophy and promote teamwork, discipline, and a strong work ethic.

The role emphasizes teaching hitting, fielding, throwing, pitching, and base running while fostering sportsmanship and character.

Qualifications

• Combination of education and experience necessary to perform the tasks outlined in this job description.
• Must have (or willing to obtain) current PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse and FBI Fingerprint History Background Clearances.

Responsibilities

• Assist with practice planning and skill development for JV athletes.
• Teach core softball skills: hitting, fielding, throwing, pitching and base running.
• Promote sportsmanship, respect, effort, accountability and character on and off the field.
• Support the head coach and varsity staff in developing athletes and preparing them for competition.
• Maintain communication with the head coach and district staff to align with program goals.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Discipline

Sportsmanship

Job description

The High School JV Softball Coach plays a vital role in the development of student-athletes by fostering teamwork, discipline, and a strong work ethic. Working in collaboration with the head coach and varsity staff, the JV coach supports the overall vision of the softball program by focusing on fundamental skill development, game knowledge, and player growth. Responsibilities include assisting with practice planning, teaching core softball skills such as hitting, fielding, throwing, pitching, and base running, preparing athletes for competition, and promoting sportsmanship and respect on and off the field. The JV coach helps create a positive and inclusive team environment that emphasizes effort, accountability, and character, supporting student-athletes as they build confidence, leadership abilities, and a lifelong appreciation for the game of softball.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Function within the philosophy and objectives developed by the District's interscholastic athletic programs as well as within guidelines available in the Co-Curricular Manual and in building manuals.
• Enhance coaching skills through subscription to professional journals, membership in professional associations and attendance at clinics.
• Administer emergency treatment of injuries in the absence of a trainer, physician or other person more qualified than him/herself.
• Project a positive model for student-athletes, the general student body, and the community at large through appearance, positive attitude, enthusiastic personality, emotional maturity, self-control, leadership, planning, preparation, and good sportsmanship.
• Teach each athlete skills necessary for the appropriate position in the sport, using proven and up-to-date coaching techniques.
• Maintain total loyalty, support of, and communication with the head coach and program while assisting the former in physical, mental and skills preparation of the student-athletes.
• Apply disciplinary procedures fairly and in concert with those of the head coach, school and District.
• Effectively utilize practice time allotted by the head coach in the prescribed manner to further individual and team performance.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or assigned principal.

Where

Central York High School

601 Mundis Mill Road

York, PA 17406

Qualifications

• Combination of education and experience necessary to perform the tasks outlined in this job description
• Must have (or willing to obtain) current PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse and FBI Fingerprint History Background Clearances.