200-2026: Head Fastpitch Coach

Washougal Sch Dist 112-6•Washougal, WA

About The Position

Washougal High School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Head Fastpitch Coach who views the diamond as a vital extension of the classroom. We are looking for a leader who is committed to the holistic development of student-athletes, prioritizing the cultivation of life skills, emotional intelligence, and personal integrity alongside athletic technical proficiency. The ideal candidate will foster a program culture where every student-athlete feels valued, challenged, and empowered to grow both as a competitor and as a person.

Requirements

Experience coaching or participating in a college or high school fastpitch program.
High School diploma or equivalent.
New employees: Must be finger printed for a Washington State Patrol and FBI inquiry.
Must possess a valid first aid and CPR card, with an expiration date of at least one year from date of hire.
Must possess a certificate of attendance for an in-service on HIV/AIDS, and Hepatitis B,provided by the district.

Nice To Haves

Preferred supervision of locker room.

Responsibilities

Effectively demonstrate coaching skills at practices and contests.
Formulate program goals and objectives for the coming sport season.
Keep abreast of new knowledge, innovative ideas, techniques by attendance at clinics, workshops, and reading in the field and encouraging assistant coaches to do the same.
Model age appropriate, sportsmanship-like behavior, and maintain educationally appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
Teach student-athletes to perform sound, safe fundamental techniques.
Follow district policies, site procedures, WIAA rules and the WIAA Coaches Code of Ethics.
Have an understanding of rules and regulations regarding the sport as presented in the WIAA Handbook.
Keep abreast of rules and rule changes of the sport.
Assist the Athletic Director as needed, in carrying out the "Special Duties", as outlined.
Implement proper procedures for out-of-season practices according to WIAA and Washougal Athletic Policy.
Be or become a member of professional organizations such as the Washington State Coaches Association.
Provide accurate information needed to compile eligibility lists and other reports.
Explain all regulations of the Athletic Code.
Clarify to athletes the letter award policy.
Arrange for a systematic issuance of school equipment.
Implement "Athletic Standards" as outlined in the Athletic Policy.
Provide information for transportation and game management.
Assume responsibility for constant care of equipment and facilities being used.
Follow procedures with the Athletic Director when purchasing equipment.
Assume supervisory control over all phases of teams in the program, this includes traveling to and from all events with the team.
Organize and schedule practice sessions on a regular basis with the idea of developing the athlete's greatest potential.
Apply discipline in a firm and positive manner as outlined in the Athletic Code.
See that building regulations are understood and enforced.
Emphasize safety precautions and be aware of best training and injury procedures.
Conduct ones self and ones team in an ethical manner during practice and contests.
Report a summary of all contests and provide any publicity information that will aid the program and athletes.
Instruct the players concerning rules and rule changes, new knowledge, and innovative ideas/techniques.
Teach sportsmanship.
Arrange for the systemic return of all school equipment and hold the athlete responsible for all equipment not returned.
Arrange the awards banquet, including letter awards, and special awards.
Clean, store, and inventory all equipment.
Recommend equipment needed to be purchased or repaired.
Be concerned with the care and maintenance of the facility by making recommendationsconcerning additions and improvements.
Recommend equipment needed to be purchased or repaired.
Submit recommendations for next year's schedule.