JV Softball Head Coach: Leadership & Skill Development

Sylvania; Philomath (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania in Philomath, Oregon seeks a dedicated softball coach to develop character, teach skills, and supervise teams during travel. The role emphasizes safety, fundraising planning, and awards organization, with duties including paperwork and event coordination.

Ideal candidates will have softball experience, a passion for student development, and current First Aid/CPR certification, plus NFHS credentialing as required by the district.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Softball and past Softball playing experience.
• Interested in working with students to develop team spirit and character growth.
• Relates well with students - has good rapport with kids.
• Knowledge of athletic events.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Become NHFS certified.
• Must complete a fingerprint-based Criminal History Background Check.

Responsibilities

• Teach character development and leadership skills.
• Teach techniques and skills needed for the Softball program.
• Help supervise the locker rooms and team bus while traveling.
• Ensure athlete safety, including prevention of bullying, harassment, and hazing.
• Assist team in making any necessary fundraising decisions, planning events, and implementing these plans.
• Supervise the actual fundraising activities before and during the school year.
• Organize appropriate awards for Sports Awards Night and maintain appropriate documents.
• Complete necessary paperwork for inventory, budgeting, records, etc.
• Perform any other duties as appropriately assigned by the Athletic Director.

Skills

Softball knowledge

Student development

Rapport with kids

Athletic events knowledge

First Aid and CPR

NFHS certification

Job description

Sylvania in Philomath, Oregon seeks a dedicated softball coach to develop character, teach skills, and supervise teams during travel. The role emphasizes safety, fundraising planning, and awards organization, with duties including paperwork and event coordination.

Ideal candidates will have softball experience, a passion for student development, and current First Aid/CPR certification, plus NFHS credentialing as required by the district.