JV Softball Coach

Archdiocese of Detroit • Dearborn, MI

21h

About The Position

The JV Softball Coach serves as Head Coach for the JV Softball Team. The coach plans, organizes, and conducts daily practices; assists with uniform and equipment distribution; and teaches and develops softball skills and fundamentals. The coach develops practice and game strategies in accordance with the Head Varsity Coach’s plan, maintains communication with athletes and parents, keeps the Athletic Director and Varsity Head Coach informed of scheduling changes and athlete or parent issues, and supports the Head Varsity Coach as needed.

The position requires availability after school (3:00 p.m. or later) for practices and events, as well as Saturday availability during the season. Applicants must complete the Protecting God's Children workshop and undergo a background check and digital fingerprinting. The coach is expected to support student-athletes’ growth in virtue, discipleship, and living the Catholic faith.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of softball.
• Playing experience at the high school varsity, club, and/or college level.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with coaches, administrators, student-athletes, and parents.
• Willingness to meet all league and state coaching requirements.
• Must complete the Protecting God's Children workshop and undergo a background check and digital fingerprinting.
• Availability after school (3:00 p.m. or later) for practices and events.
• Saturday availability during the season.

Nice To Haves

• Coaching experience is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with the Catholic High School League and knowledge of the MHSAA organizations are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and conduct daily practices.
• Assist in managing the distribution of uniforms and equipment.
• Teach and develop softball skills and fundamentals.
• Develop practice and game strategies in accordance with the Head Varsity Coach’s plan.
• Maintain adequate communication with athletes and parents.
• Keep the Athletic Director and Varsity Head Coach informed of scheduling changes and athlete or parent issues.
• Provide support to the Head Varsity Coach as needed.
• Support student-athletes’ growth in virtue, discipleship, and living the Catholic faith.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed