Job Description

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POSITION PROPERTIES
Position Title
Head Coach - Softball
Schedule / Grade
Stipend
Job Code
##COCHH426
FLSA
Exempt
Calendar
STIP-PAY
Benefits
N/A
Contract Type
COACH
Bargaining Unit
None
Revised Date
11/05/2018
PURPOSE
This position will lead and maintain the Softball program.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Coach students in the game of Softball while also teaching and modeling life skills and character traits needed for success in life beyond the game of softball. Plans, organizes and coordinates all Softball functions.

• Maintaining the Softball program.

• Supervising Softball assistant coaches.

• Maintaining positive communication with patrons and parents of athletes and potential athletes.

• Maintaining Softball facilities and keeping in good condition.

• Coordinating off-season camps and conditioning programs.

• Encouraging good sportsmanship and enthusiasm for the sport.

• Collaborating with other coaches to ensure a comprehensive approach to athletes.

• Ensuring compliance with MSHSAA.

• Maintaining statistics on all players.

• Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS
All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times. For information on polices, regulations and values, visit
All those applying for coaching positions with CPS should have an understanding/history of positive coaching and a willingness to implement positive coaching standards upon hired.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports To: Principal & Athletic Director
Supervises: Assistant Coaches
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum: A four-year college degree or have served as a MSHSAA approved assistant coach for a minimum of two years.
If hired, must successfully complete MSHSAA minimum requirements including First Aid & CPR/AED training course, Concussion in Sports training course, sport specific online rules review and test, Student Mental Health and Suicide Prevention training course, and Heat Illness Prevention training course.
Preferred: Missouri teaching certificate; Prior teaching/coaching experience.
An ideal candidate will have a professional and friendly demeanor with a demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast-paced environment. Softball playing and coaching experience
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
ADA REQUIREMENTS
Language: Read, analyze and interpret professional journals, Board policy, administrative procedures and forms and governmental regulations and guidance; Complete forms and write reports; Present information effectively and respond to questions
Computation: Perform basic mathematical functions such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing; Apply concepts; such as, fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning: Solve a variety of problems in many different situations; Interpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form; Apply knowledge of current educational theory and instructional techniques while presenting subject matter to students
Other Skills and Abilities: Identify needs and abilities of individual students and to adapt instructional methods
accordingly; establish and maintain effective relationships with students, staff, administrators, and parents; perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Technology: Perform basic computer functions such as word processing and internet use; Use district software for finding student information; Utilize smart boards, projectors and other instructional technology provided by the district.
Physical Demands: Speak and hear in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneously; Move around a classroom, gymnasium, and playing field; Read handwritten or printed material.
Attendance: Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position: Requires frequent evening and/or weekend work related to practice and competition; Evenings and/or weekends travel to accompany students to games and meets.
Sensory Requirements: The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing and speaking.
Conditions and Environment: The individual who holds this position will regularly work in a school environment that is noisy and active. The individual will be required to work outdoors.
Prospective and current employees with disabilities are encouraged to contact human resources to discuss reasonable accommodations to perform the essential job functions.
Equal Opportunity Employer

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