Varsity Softball Coach

Potterville Middle/High School; Potterville (MI); On-site; USD 2,000 - 4,000; Full time

Job summary

Potterville Public Schools in Potterville, Michigan is seeking a Varsity Softball Coach to lead and mentor student-athletes. The role requires strong leadership, effective communication with players, parents and staff, and CPR/First Aid certification.

Responsibilities include promoting sportsmanship, maintaining facilities and equipment, and collaborating with administrators and teachers to support the softball program.

Qualifications

• Prior successful coaching experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all audiences.
• Evidence of strong leadership ability.
• CPR certification & first aid training.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to the rules, regulations, and policies of the MHSAA and the Board of Education.
• Promotes and practices positive sportsmanship.
• Is prompt and accurate in submitting all required reports.
• Develops a good rapport with parents, patrons, news media, radio and television personnel, assistants, teachers, and administrators.
• Is responsible for the conduct and well-being of players and assigns proper supervision of players.
• Meets with parents and players to discuss philosophy of program and the responsibility of coaches and players.
• Ensures that facilities and equipment are maintained properly, reports needs to the Athletic Director or Administration.

Skills

Coaching experience

Communication

leadership

CPR/First Aid

Job description

Potterville Public Schools Potterville Middle/High School - Potterville, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Varsity Softball Coach

Potterville Public Schools Potterville Middle/High School - Potterville, Michigan Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Potterville Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5934700
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Basic Qualifications:

• Prior Successful Coaching Experience preferred
• Ability to effectively communicate with all audiences
• Evidence of strong leadership ability
• CPR certification & first aid training

Specific Competencies:

• Is a positive role model
• Understanding of Softball rules and regulations
• Possesses a strong value system
• Ability to work effectively with others: players, parents, teachers, administrators, patrons, and assistants
• Ability to build and promote a program from the youth level
• Is an effective organizer and planner
• Demonstrates patience and understanding in stressful situations
• Is dedicated and committed to coaching and knows the value of winning

Performance Expectations:

• Adheres to the rules, regulations, and policies of the MHSAA and the Board of Education
• Promotes and practices positive sportsmanship
• Is prompt and accurate in submitting all required reports
• Develops a good rapport with parents, patrons, news media, radio and television personnel, assistants, teachers, and administrators
• Works with other staff to assist athletes in maintaining eligibility
• Is responsible for the conduct and well-being of players and assigns proper supervision of players
• Is accountable for all expense monies and fundraising dollars
• Supervises assistants and assigns duties to them
• Conducts regular meetings with coaching staff
• Meets with parents and players to discuss philosophy of program and the responsibility of coaches and players
• Ensures that facilities and equipment are maintained properly, reports needs to the Athletic Director or Administration
• Develops and distributes to students written guidelines for participation
• Always uses appropriate language; and is well-groomed, appropriately dressed and presents a good appearance.

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspects of the job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems necessary.

Nondiscrimination: The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Hunter Geisenhaver , Athletic Director
• Potterville Middle/High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]