2026-27 Assistant Softball Coach - North Canyon HS

Purpose Statement

The Assistant Softball Coach designs and implements program activities in accordance with applicable rules and regulations, supervises student‑athletes during all aspects of participation, uses sound instructional techniques, and serves as a positive role model to students, the community, and affiliated organizations. The position is assigned to a specific sport at the Varsity, JV/Frosh, or Junior High level and reports to the Athletic Director. All coaches must be a district‑approved volunteer.

Essential Functions

• Assess student athletes to provide performance feedback and determine team placement.
• Attend meetings, workshops, conferences, and other professional development events.
• Communicate with parents, students, officials, administrators, and community members to provide information, assistance, and direction.
• Instruct student athletes to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Maintain records such as game and athlete statistics, insurance documents, signed permission forms, emergency information, schedules, and equipment inventories to comply with district, conference, and state requirements.
• Manage uniforms, equipment, and school facilities to ensure responsible and safe use.
• Monitor student athletes' academic eligibility, providing counseling, tutoring, or other interventions as needed to maintain eligibility.
• Supervise student athletes during all participation areas to minimize risk of injury.
• Teach sports techniques, playing rules, strategies, and tactics to prepare the team and individuals for competition.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient operation of the work unit.

Job Requirements

Experience: Job‑related experience is required.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Skills

• Adapting to changing work priorities.
• Administering first aid.
• Applying pertinent laws, codes, policies, and regulations.
• Organizing and communicating information and concepts.

Knowledge

• Basic math, including fractions, percents, and ratios.
• Reviewing and interpreting technical information, writing technical materials, and speaking persuasively.
• Analyzing situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
• Equipment used in athletic activities.
• Injury prevention and appropriate treatment protocols.
• Pertinent laws, codes, policies, and regulations.
• Participant eligibility, attendance, and discipline guidelines.
• Public relations protocols.
• Relevant professional standards and practices.
• Safety practices and procedures.

Abilities

• Schedule activities, meetings, and events.
• Gather and collate data.
• Consider a wide variety of factors when using equipment.
• Work independently and collaboratively in diverse circumstances.
• Operate job‑related equipment using defined methods.
• Communicate effectively with individuals of varied educational and cultural backgrounds.
• Handle frequent interruptions while maintaining focus.
• Exhibit strong leadership and model sportsmanship.
• Maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines.
• Motivate student athletes and provide firm, fair discipline.
• Set priorities and work extended hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Analyze issues and develop action plans.

Work Environment

The role involves occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Physical activity is roughly 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing. Work may occur in temperature extremes and under conditions with exposure to risk of injury or illness.

Clearances and Certifications

• Criminal Background Clearance.
• Valid Arizona DPS Level I IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (www.azdps.gov/services/public/fingerprint).

Pay

Salary: $2,431.00

Schedule

Season: 02/08/2027 – 05/08/2027