HS Assistant Girls Softball Coach (Stipend) - Roosevelt

Des Moines Public School District•Des Moines, IA

About The Position

The HS Assistant Girls Softball Coach instructs athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training needed for individual and team success. The coach also supports student-athletes in developing pride in accomplishment, self-discipline, self-confidence, and sportsmanship. Working with the Head Coach, the assistant helps align and implement program systems and skill development. The role involves assisting with operation of the athletic program, coaching and supervising athletes, maintaining required records, monitoring academic eligibility, following applicable regulations and district policies, and participating in team and professional activities. The position is a part-time stipend role. Work may take place inside or outside depending on the activity. Candidates offered a position must successfully pass criminal background and child and adult abuse registry checks; certain positions may also require fingerprinting, drug and alcohol testing, a physical capacity test, and/or a motor vehicle record check.

Requirements

Valid Iowa Coaching Endorsement or Coaching Authorization.
Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
Coaching and/or leadership experience.

Nice To Haves

First Aid and CPR.
Knowledge of conference rules and regulations.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Coach in operating the athletic program.
Coach and instruct players individually or in groups on sport rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques as determined by the Head Coach.
Follow state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.
Provide proper supervision of athletes at all times.
Participate in organizational meetings for team prospects and encourage potential athletes to join the sport.
Maintain eligibility forms, emergency data cards, equipment inventory, and other related items as determined by the Head Coach.
Monitor team members’ academic performance to ensure they meet eligibility requirements as determined by the Head Coach.
Model sportsmanlike behavior and maintain appropriate conduct toward players, officials, and spectators.
Participate in special activities, including parent’s night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
Follow and maintain knowledge of district policies and procedures.
Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
Attend staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
Attend work promptly and regularly, maintain confidentiality, and maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
Perform other duties as assigned.