Softball Coach (MS/JH)

Traders Point Christian Schools • Whitestown, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Traders Point Christian Schools is seeking candidates for our Middle School/Junior High Softball Coaching position. IHSAA Member Grades 5-8 Sports compete in the IISL (Indianapolis Independent School League). The ideal candidate should have previous High School or Collegiate coaching and/or playing experience in softball, be passionate about building a strong program at all levels at TPCS, and possess the qualities of being inspirational, joyful, and relational. All applicants should agree and abide by our Athletic Purpose Statement, which reads: Traders Point Christian Schools is committed to developing and maintaining an athletic program that is Christ-centered, comprehensive, and competitive, and allows each athlete a unique venue to be a witness for Christ by using his or her God-given talent to move and play. The coach has a clear biblical testimony of salvation with an authentic and mature personal relationship with Jesus Christ in both their professional and personal life, with a calling and commitment to Christian education. The ideal coach must have the desire to work closely and nurture a positive relationship with students, teachers, parents, staff, school administrators, and community members. The coach must demonstrate respect for all students and community members. The ability to exercise good judgment, set a good example, and comply with school standards is a must as well as the ability to deal with sensitive and confidential issues in a tactful and professional manner. As a coach at TPCS, you are expected to instruct and model important religious functions such as prayer. At TPCS, your role as a coach involves a pastoral element whereby, through example, you are acting as a minister of our Christian faith. You must be able to address concerns and offer suggestions in an appropriate and confidential manner.

Requirements

• Previous High School or Collegiate coaching and/or playing experience in softball.
• Passionate about building a strong program at all levels at TPCS.
• Possess the qualities of being inspirational, joyful, and relational.
• Agree and abide by our Athletic Purpose Statement.
• Clear biblical testimony of salvation with an authentic and mature personal relationship with Jesus Christ in both their professional and personal life, with a calling and commitment to Christian education.
• Desire to work closely and nurture a positive relationship with students, teachers, parents, staff, school administrators, and community members.
• Demonstrate respect for all students and community members.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, set a good example, and comply with school standards.
• Ability to deal with sensitive and confidential issues in a tactful and professional manner.
• Ability to address concerns and offer suggestions in an appropriate and confidential manner.

Responsibilities

• Developing appropriate skill-building opportunities for the developmental level.
• Participating collegially in meetings and initiatives of the athletics department.
• Taking an active role in the life of the school community, especially the co-curricular events of students.
• Other duties as directed by the athletic director within the scope of experience and competence to complement the coaching role.
• Instruct and model important religious functions such as prayer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed