Assistant High School Varsity Softball Coach

Girard College is looking for candidates for the position of Assistant High School Varsity Softball Coach. The coach is responsible for assisting in the teaching and training of Girard College female High School students the game of softball at the varsity level. The applicant must have knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of softball. He/she must also create and/or support a high energy and positive team culture that reflects the mission statement of the school.

Reports To

Head Varsity Softball Coach

Athletic Director

Responsibilities

The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in the development and improvement of his or her sportthrough coordinating, planning, evaluation, and implementation of programs. All coaches have the responsibility of overseeing the program in the best interest of Girard College by adhering to the policies and regulations of the Penn-Jersey Athletic Association (P.J.A.A), the Metropolitan Philadelphia Athletic Association (M.P.A.A), the Pennsylvania Independent Schools Athletic Association (P.A.I.S.A.A.), as well as the practices and procedures of the school administration.

Required Skills:

• Be able to implement the practice plans designed by the head coach.
• Be able to motivate, teach and enforce sportsmanship.
• Be able to effectively communicate team rules to players and families.
• Be able to communicate effectively and consistently with players, coaches, administrators, faculty, staff, and parents.
• Be able to always model sportsmanship.
• Be able to recruit academically and athletically qualified student-athletes for admission into High School.
• Be able to work in an educational environment and maintain a relationship with school administrators, teachers, parents, and students.
• Be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time, and possibly work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Be able to lift at least 50 pounds.

Required Duties:

• Assisting the head coach in organizing practice plans, and strategies for opponents.
• Assisting with monitoring the student-athlete's academic progress and performance.
• Running skill-building drills emphasize the fundamentals of softball.
• Responsible for player development for team members.
• Responsible for cleaning, storage, and care of team equipment.
• Responsible for team well-being during practice and games, keeping athletes safe and healthy.
• Follow the care plan of the Athletic Trainer for injured student-athletes.
• Maintain current health care certifications. (First Aid, CPR/AED).
• Distribute equipment, supplies, and uniforms to the players before the season. Also, collect all uniforms and equipment at the end of the season.
• Assist in transporting the team to games.
• Maintain appropriate conduct toward students, officials, and spectators.
• Exhibit non-discriminatory practices in all team and school activities.
• Attend staff meetings when called by the Athletic Director.

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree is required with a minimum of three years of coaching experience on the High School, collegiate, or professional level. The candidate must have completed the PIAA coaching education requirements at the time of hire. The candidate must possess outstanding interpersonal skills and a willingness to work with student athletes, administration, faculty, and staff.

Hours

• In-Season: The season lasts 8 to 10 weeks but could go to 12 weeks if the team makes the playoffs. Coaches are expected to be available for two hours per day, Monday - Friday for practice, and Saturday if necessary. In addition, coaches are required to attend all scheduled home and away games.
• Off-Season: Coaches are expected to hold workouts during the off season with approval from the Athletic Director.