Varsity Girls Softball Head Coach - Lead, Develop, Inspire

Wayzata Public Schools

Minneapolis (MN)

On-site

USD 100 - 9,200

Part time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Extracurricular stipend

Job summary

Wayzata High School is seeking a Varsity Softball Head Coach for the 2026-27 season, working with the WHS Director of Athletics & Activities to build a competitive girls softball program in partnership with PWYSA.

The role emphasizes coaching leadership, program development, recruitment, scheduling, and adherence to district, league, and youth association policies; a stipend recognizes extracurricular responsibilities.

Qualifications

Prior coaching experience at the college and/or high school level.
Completed MSHSL Continuing Education requirements for head coach.
Ability to pass all required background checks.
Excellent leadership, people and communication skills.
Knowledge of Wayzata High School and the program's history and tradition.
Compensation WEA extracurricular stipend.

Responsibilities

Communicate effectively within and outside the program while maintaining professional relationships with student-athletes, parents, managers, coaches, and staff.
Working with the WHS Director of Athletics & Activities, select and manage Assistant Coach(es).
Schedule games and practice time working with the WHS athletic department.
Conduct tryouts at the start of the MSHSL softball season according to athletic department practices.
Provide opportunities for student-athletes to participate in training during the MSHSL summer waiver period, fall and spring leagues and training.
Actively recruit and retain players who attend Wayzata Public Schools.
Plan and conduct practices.
Manage strategy and player game time in each game.
Hold regular staff meetings to review progress in all areas of team development.
Ensure development and well-being of the student- athletes.
Maintain team discipline and administer logical and transparent disciplinary action.
Operate the team in accordance with the policies, rules, and regulations of Wayzata Public Schools, MSHSL, and the Lake Conference.
Hold team members accountable for conducting themselves with sportsmanship, respect, and integrity in accordance with the ideals and goals set forth in the Wayzata High School Extracurricular Behavior Regulations.