Assistant Softball Coach
About The Position
The Assistant Softball Coach supports the planning and delivery of softball practices and games, teaches student-athletes sport fundamentals and rules, and helps foster discipline, responsibility, and good sportsmanship. The role includes supervising athletes at practices, games, and school-sponsored trips; supporting compliance with school, district, and state athletic regulations; and assisting with team equipment, uniforms, scheduling, and facility use. The coach also communicates with parents and guardians and mentors student-athletes in personal development and college opportunities. Other job-related duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- Prior coaching experience.
- Valid Florida teaching certificate or valid Department of Education athletic coaching certificate.
- Valid FHSAA certification.
- Valid Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED certificate issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Valid Florida Driver’s License.
- Knowledge of the sport’s rules, techniques, and safety practices.
- Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
- Ability to collaborate with school staff, parents, and community partners.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and during school breaks as needed.
- Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.
Nice To Haves
- Coaching experience in the assigned or a closely related sport.
- Experience mentoring youth and fostering a positive team culture.
- Familiarity with academic eligibility requirements for student-athletes.
Responsibilities
- Assist with planning, organizing, and conducting regular practice sessions.
- Develop and implement game strategies and tactics.
- Teach fundamental skills, techniques, and sports rules to student-athletes.
- Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, and school-sponsored trips.
- Promote discipline, responsibility, and good sportsmanship among players.
- Ensure compliance with school, district, and state athletic regulations.
- Assist with maintenance of team equipment and uniforms.
- Assist with scheduling and facility use.
- Maintain open communication with parents and guardians.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to student-athletes on personal development and college opportunities.
- Enforce all school policies and codes of conduct.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
