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Bedford County Public Schools

Middle School Coach - Head Softball Coach (3730)

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TitleMiddle School Coach - Head Softball Coach
Posting ID3730
Description

The Head Softball Coach is responsible for all aspects of the program, along with shared responsibilities with the Head Softball Coach. Responsibilities would be organized, separated, and shared with the Head Softball Coach and approved by the Athletic Director.

 

The coach must demonstrate strong leadership in player and staff development, sportsmanship, integrity and character development. Qualified candidates should possess strong communication and organizational skills. They must demonstrate exceptional knowledge of the skills and strategies of Softball as it pertains to interscholastic athletics in Virginia.

 

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Foster among the participants and spectators an appreciation of the values of athletics, a desire to perform at the highest level, an attitude of good sportsmanship, and a sense of pride in self, team, school, and community.
  • Support the training, conditioning, and performance of the Softball program.
  • Demonstrate current knowledge of strength and conditioning programs for Softball. Execute such programs during the off-season within the parameters of VHSL regulations.
  • Emphasize the importance of academic excellence and assist in monitoring and maintaining high academic standards for members of the Softball program. 
  • Demonstrate a strong knowledge of VHSL rules.
  • Promote the program within the school and community.
  • Work cooperatively with other athletic coaches in order to operate a well-balanced athletic program.
  • Collaborate with the Athletic Director in the preparation of schedules for the team.
  • Provide for the inventory and care of equipment.
  • Ensure that all athletes have valid medical examinations and other required qualifications before they are allowed to participate.
  • Assist the athletic director to ensure that lists of all players eligible for athletic contests are prepared and maintained under rules of the VHSL.
  • Engage with the parents of the members of the Softball program in a positive and constructive manner.
  • Develop a relationship with the local middle school athletes and establish a presence with future athletes via summer camps and coaching clinics in collaboration with the Head Softball Coach.
  • Perform other duties related to the position of an athletic coach as requested by the varsity coach, school principal and/or athletic director.
Shift TypeFull-Time
Salary RangeCoaching Stipend | Varies
LocationSTAUNTON RIVER MIDDLE

Applications Accepted

Start Date11/13/2024
End Date11/29/2024