Entrepreneur High School Fontana is seeking a dedicated and experienced High School Head Varsity Softball Coach to lead our varsity softball team for the upcoming season. The successful candidate will be responsible for coaching, mentoring, and developing student-athletes to achieve their highest potential both on and off the field. The Head Coach will be expected to create a positive and inclusive team environment that emphasizes sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, and personal growth while focusing on softball-specific skills, game strategy, and injury prevention.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and conduct regular team practices, conditioning sessions, and games.
• Develop and implement effective softball strategies, including offensive and defensive game plans, to enhance team performance.
• Teach and reinforce softball-specific skills such as pitching (windmill and fast-pitch), batting, fielding, base running, and situational awareness.
• Focus on player development by assessing skills, providing constructive feedback, and creating individual improvement plans.
• Monitor and maintain players' physical fitness levels, including strength and conditioning programs tailored to softball.
• Emphasize player safety and injury prevention, particularly with regard to proper pitching mechanics, catching techniques, and the use of protective gear.
• Foster a positive team culture that promotes mutual respect, discipline, and sportsmanship.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to student-athletes, focusing on their academic, athletic, and personal development.
• Coordinate and communicate with assistant coaches, athletic trainers, and school administration.

Requirements:

• Previous coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level, preferably as a head or assistant softball coach.
• Strong knowledge of softball, including rules, strategies, techniques, and conditioning.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with student-athletes, parents, and school staff.
• Commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive team environment.
• CPR and First Aid certification (preferred).
• Valid coaching certification or willingness to obtain one prior to the start of the season (as required by the state or school district).