Head JV Softball Coach

About the role

The Head Coach advises, coordinates and supports a staff of assistant coaches in conjunction with the Athletic Director. It is the intention of St. Rose High School that this job description generally guides the Head Coach regarding his/her functions and responsibilities. In performing all functions contained herein, and any other attendant to his/her duties as Head Coach, it is understood that a coach shall exercise common sense, good judgment, and shall perform his/her job responsibilities consistent with the total educational philosophy of St. Rose High School.

Responsibilities

• Instructs athletes in the fundamental skills, strategies, and physical training necessary to realize a degree of individual and team success.
• Communicates with students and parents.
• Manages the program.
• Schedules logistics and travel as supervised by the Athletic Director.

Requirements

• Head coaching experience at high school level preferred, but not required.
• Minimum 3 years of high school assistant coaching experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with technology, social media, and marketing.
• A minimum of 60 college credits.
• Hold or be able to obtain a Monmouth County substitute certificate.
• In-depth knowledge of the sport's techniques, strategies, and rules.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate student-athletes.
• Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive team culture.

Qualifications

• Appropriate certification is required.
• All coaches / advisors may be required to attend and participate in a parent orientation informational event organized by the school as part of their coaching/advisor obligation for this position.
• Positions are contingent on enrollment and student needs.
• Certification, registration or licensure required by the job.
• Must be available daily during the sports season.
• Must be certified in CPR as per NJSIAA Regulations.
• ALL first-year coaches must be certified in CPR and First Aid as per NJSIAA regulations.
• Meet such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Principal and Athletic Director may find appropriate and acceptable.
• The successful candidate for this position must complete the Diocese of Trenton's VIRTUS training and receive Fingerprint/Background Check Clearance before starting work.

Skills, Knowledge, Ability

• Operating equipment used in computer networking.
• Preparing and maintaining accurate records.
• Using pertinent office software and diagnostic applications.
• Operating standard office equipment.
• Operating equipment using a variety of processes.
• Utilizing a variety of types of job-related equipment.
• Scheduling activities.
• Gathering, collating, and/or classifying data.
• Analyzing situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
• Scheduling activities.
• Gathering, collating, and/or classifying data.
• Analyzing situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
• Setting priorities.
• Being attentive to detail.
• Working with frequent interruptions.
• Working as part of a team.
• Communicating with diverse groups.
• Conveying technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Meting deadlines and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Organizes the staff and practices.
• Communicates with other coaches and Director.
• Adheres to district and school policies and regulations.
• Maintains a rapport with parents and community (holds meetings).
• Supervises student-athletes during practices / games, buses, and locker rooms.
• Instructs student-athletes in proper care and use of equipment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the sport.
• Presents fundamentals.
• Prepares student-athletes through appropriate conditioning activities.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm towards student-athletes and toward the program.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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