Middle School Softball Coach — Lead, Develop & Inspire

LAKE HAVASU UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT; Lake Havasu City (AZ); On-site; USD 3,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Havasu Unified School District is seeking a part-time Head Coach at Thunderbolt Middle School to lead the athletics program. The role involves planning practices, coaching athletes, and ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.

The successful candidate will bring coaching or playing experience, strong sport knowledge, and the ability to work with coaches, staff, and students. Certifications in safety and NFHS coursework are required within set timelines.

Qualifications

• Previous successful coaching or playing experience or knowledge in the assigned sport
• Must have knowledge of the background in the assigned sport
• Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the sport
• Knowledge of basic rules of the activity and specific safety concerns
• Ability to organize and supervise a total sports program
• Ability to work effectively with other coaches, staff and students
• IVP fingerprint clearance card through AZ Department of Public Safety
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• All head coaches must complete NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching or approved equivalent within 45 days from hire; all coaches must complete NFHS online education course on Concussion in Sports
• Hold valid Arizona Teaching/Coaching Certificates or NFHS Level I prerequisites completed within 45 days from hire

Responsibilities

• Prepare plans and strategies for practices and games
• Prepare a team physically, mentally, and emotionally to effectively compete
• Provide a safe, healthy, and challenging competitive activity
• Teach good sportsmanship, self-control, self-discipline, and pride
• Knowledge of existing school conference and AIA regulations
• Evaluate all assistants at the end of the season
• Coordinate scheduling and facilities with the Athletic Office
• Establish team rules and criteria for awards and have them made available
• Communicate to parents, athletes, and staff that gifts to athletes are not allowed
• Supervise equipment issuing, collection, and storage
• Report injury and equipment issues to the Athletic Office
• Maintain athlete attendance, grades, and behavior records
• Attend conference and AIA meetings
• Conduct preseason parent/athlete information meetings
• Keep parents and athletes informed of schedule changes
• Visibly supervise athletes at all times
• Ensure athletes are cleared to practice after injury
• Ensure registration materials are completed before season starts
• Carry emergency cards at all times during practices and games

Skills

Coaching experience

Sports knowledge

Program organization

Team leadership

Safety adherence

Collaboration

NFHS course compliance

Education

Arizona Teaching Certificate

Arizona Coaching Certificate

NFHS Level I Certification (or equivalent)

Job description

Lake Havasu Unified School District is seeking a part-time Head Coach at Thunderbolt Middle School to lead the athletics program. The role involves planning practices, coaching athletes, and ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.

The successful candidate will bring coaching or playing experience, strong sport knowledge, and the ability to work with coaches, staff, and students. Certifications in safety and NFHS coursework are required within set timelines.