Softball Head Coach

The School District of Lee County•Fort Myers, FL

About The Position

The Softball Head Coach plans and conducts practices, develops game strategies, teaches student-athletes softball skills and rules, and supervises them during athletic activities and school-sponsored trips. The coach monitors students’ academic progress, promotes discipline and sportsmanship, and provides mentorship on personal development and college opportunities. The role ensures compliance with school, district, and state athletic regulations; manages team equipment and uniforms; collaborates with the athletic director on scheduling, budget, and facility use; and communicates with parents and guardians. Other job-related duties may be assigned. The position may require work during evenings, weekends, and school breaks as needed.

Requirements

Prior coaching experience at the high school or competitive youth level.
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

Head coaching experience in the assigned or a closely related sport at the high school level.
Experience mentoring youth and fostering a positive team culture.
Familiarity with academic eligibility requirements for student-athletes.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and conduct 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.
Monitor academic progress and support students in balancing athletics and academics.
Promote discipline, responsibility, and good sportsmanship among players.
Ensure compliance with school, district, and state athletic regulations.
Manage and maintain team equipment and uniforms.
Collaborate with the athletic director on scheduling, budget, 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.