9th Grade Head Softball Coach

Head coaches are responsible for the organization, development, and leadership of their specific athletic program in support of the mission and core values of the Ankeny Community School District. Duties may include coordinating practice planning, skill development, and designing strategies which prepare the team for competition; mentoring student-athletes; organizing camps; collaborates with other varsity coaches; and demonstrates adherence to district, conference, and state association rules and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Valid coaching license through the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners or the ability to obtain it prior to the start of the season.
• Previous experience as a head coach, preferred.
• Previous experience coaching, preferred.
• Strong knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead, instruct, and supervise students athletes and a coaching staff.
• Ability to work under pressure and remain calm.
• Proficient in organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Essential Functions:

• Establish the fundamental philosophy, skills, and techniques to be taught to the student athlete, promoting individual and team growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect and good sportsmanship.
• Lead, organize and be present at any and/or all practices.
• Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate student athletic abilities initially and on an ongoing basis (i.e. statistics, film, challenge matches, etc).
• Train and inform staff on the fundamental philosophy, skills and techniques, via staff meetings, clinics, and training.
• Delegate and assign specific duties, supervise implementation and at season’s end analyze staff effectiveness.
• Ensure all coaches work together toward a common goal within their respected programs and provide unity with the feeder schools and affiliated youth leagues within the Ankeny CSD.
• Collaborate with and utilize the district’s strength and conditioning program.
• Adhere to injury prevention procedures established by Ankeny CSD.
• Apply and enforce all student discipline during athletic contests and ensure student athletics maintain sportsmanship in all phases of the competition.