Head 7th Grade Softball Coach

UPPER ARLINGTON CITY SCHOOLS

Position: 7th Grade Head Softball Coach

Location: Jones Middle School

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for coaching and providing direction to student athletes so that they achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork in softball.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School certification and previous interscholastic softball coaching experience preferred. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Head coaching experience preferred. Prior successful experience working in a school setting or coaching student athletes is strongly preferred.

Culture and Team Building: Ability to work in alignment with the district''s strategic plan. Conducts oneself in a manner consistent with the district''s core values, mission, and vision. Demonstrates ability to build relationships with athletes, parents, and the school community. Demonstrated ability and experience in creating and maintaining a positive and inclusive team environment

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must hold or be willing to obtain the following certifications: Fundamentals of Coaching, Concussion Training, First Aid or Sports Injury Prevention Training, CPR/AED, Sudden Cardiac Arrest (Lindsay''s Law), Ohio Department of Education Pupil Activity Permit.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties of this position include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Follows and maintains knowledge of all District policies and procedures.
• Instructs and teaches skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in softball
• Establishes a fair and objective manner for executing player selection and effectively communicates with students regarding selection decisions for team rosters
• Demonstrates a willingness to meet with the parent(s) or guardian(s) of any student who is a member or trying out for the team
• Demonstrates the ability and/or experience to create and maintain an inclusive team culture
• Plans and sets up activities, practices, and games in conjunction with the athletic director
• Ensures a certified coach is present at all softball practices and games
• Develops appropriate training programs and practice schedules
• Ensures that proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of all athletic equipment and uniforms and updated inventories are adhered to
• Arranges game transportation for athletic participants in conjunction with the Department of Student Life
• Travels with student athletes for all events or assigns a School District-approved designee to travel with all other levels, on the team bus, both to and from games
• Ensures that appropriate rules and regulations regarding the conduct and eligibility of athletic activities and athletes are explained and followed
• Maintains a safe environment and facilities for student athletes at all times
• Follows OHSAA rules and regulations
• Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, parents, fellow coaches, and officials, and resolves conflict in a professional manner
• Professionally represents the school and the District in interactions with students, parents, community, staff and the media
• Maintains appropriate certifications and training hours as required
• Attends work regularly and is punctual

Employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance use in the workplace throughout his/her employment with the District.

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent''s supervisor and or appointing authority.

The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and transgender identity, disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.