JV Softball Coach

About the role

The High School JV Softball Coach plays a vital role in the development of student-athletes by fostering teamwork, discipline, and a strong work ethic. Working in collaboration with the head coach and varsity staff, the JV coach supports the overall vision of the softball program by focusing on fundamental skill development, game knowledge, and player growth. The JV coach helps create a positive and inclusive team environment that emphasizes effort, accountability, and character, supporting student-athletes as they build confidence, leadership abilities, and a lifelong appreciation for the game of softball. Central York High School, 601 Mundis Mill Road, York, PA 17406.

Responsibilities

• Function within the philosophy and objectives developed by the District's interscholastic athletic programs as well as within guidelines available in the Co-Curricular Manual and in building manuals.
• Enhance coaching skills through subscription to professional journals, membership in professional associations and attendance at clinics.
• Administer emergency treatment of injuries in the absence of a trainer, physician or other person more qualified than him/herself.
• Project a positive model for student-athletes, the general student body, and the community at large through appearance, positive attitude, enthusiastic personality, emotional maturity, self-control, leadership, planning, preparation, and good sportsmanship.
• Teach each athlete skills necessary for the appropriate position in the sport, using proven and up-to-date coaching techniques.
• Maintain total loyalty, support of, and communication with the head coach and program while assisting the former in physical, mental and skills preparation of the student-athletes.
• Apply disciplinary procedures fairly and in concert with those of the head coach, school and District.
• Effectively utilize practice time allotted by the head coach in the prescribed manner to further individual and team performance.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or assigned principal.
• Assist with practice planning.
• Teach core softball skills such as hitting, fielding, throwing, pitching, and base running.
• Prepare athletes for competition.
• Promote sportsmanship and respect on and off the field.

Qualifications

• Combination of education and experience necessary to perform the tasks outlined in this job description.
• Must have (or willing to obtain) current PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse and FBI Fingerprint History Background Clearances.