Softball Coach

Job Goal:

To properly educate students through participation in Interscholastic Athletics and ensure the safety and well-being of all student athletes.

Qualifications:

• Employment as a teacher (preferred).
• Licensed as an Athletic Coach by the New Mexico Public Education Department (NM PED).

Job Duties:

• Be proactive and current with the policies and guidelines of the New Mexico Activities Association (NMAA) and Las Cruces Public Schools (LCPS) Board of Education policies and regulations.
• Model sportsmanship as promoted through “Compete with Class” for self, staff, team, and community.
• Assume the responsibility for the conduct and well-being of all players and set high standards for academic achievement and school attendance.
• Establish rapport and cooperation with members of the athletic staff, teachers, administration, and community.
• Ensure that illegal recruiting of athletes does not occur within your sports program.
• Use coaching methods that represent an up-to-date philosophy, the ability to analyze and correct errors, and the employment of sound teaching skills and techniques.
• Demonstrate and uphold high standards for coaching performance and behavior.
• Exhibit professionalism by maintaining good attendance and adhering to established work schedule.