JH Head Softball Coach

Position is responsible for developing the junior high program and working with the Athletic Director with organizing the athletic program at the assigned school. Position assists with conducting practices, motivating students, and instructing student athletes in game strategies and techniques. The State of Iowa Department of Education sets certification requirements and such licenses are issued through the Board of Educational Examiners. Persons must hold an appropriate license to be employed.

SKILLS:

• Human relations skills are essential.
• Good attendance is essential.
• Knowledge of overall operation of an athletic program.
• If not a certificated teacher, possess a current state coaching/activities supervision certificate.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; skill in oral and written communications.
• Must possess some knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport.
• Must possess the ability

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITES:

• Organizes and directs individual and small group practice activities/exercises as directed by the Athletic Director.
• Assesses players’ skills, monitors players during competition and practice, and keeps the Athletic Director informed of the athletic performance of students.
• Assists with determining game strategy.
• Assists the Athletic Director with supervising athletes during practices and competition.
• Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
• Models sportsman-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Maintains the equipment/weight room in orderly condition and assumes responsibility for its security.
• Distributes equipment, supplies, and uniforms to students as directed by the Athletic Director.
• Assists the Athletic Director with submitting a list of award winners at the end of the season.
• Participates in special activities to include parents’ nights, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
• Performs support tasks such as distributing and maintaining eligibility forms, emergency data cards, and other related records.