Elementary Softball Coach

Minimum Qualifications & Training:

• Must be a born-again Christian.
• Must be a credible Christian role model whose godly lifestyle and character demonstrate obedience to God and the Holy Bible.
• Must be able to support and comply with the school’s Statement of Faith and Christian Conduct.
• Must be a member of an evangelical, Bible-believing church.
• Must have sufficient health and physical endurance to be able to complete the assigned responsibilities.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students.
• Must have good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Able to work well independently, manage time well, and handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions. Ability to receive and implement constructive feedback.
• Ability to work efficiently and quickly under pressure.
• Has a positive attitude toward work ethic, learning and development.
• Self-motivated, creative, innovative, and strategic thinking ability.
• Ability to work well with children of various ages.
• Understands the importance of academic disciplines and issues.
• Consistent, reliable attendance at practices, games, and other events.
• Flexible and adaptive to change.
• High School Diploma
• Basic knowledge of rules and fundamentals for sport
• Previous coaching experience at middle school or higher level preferred
• Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills.
• Successful completion of NFHS “Fundamental of Coaching” and “First Aid, Health, & Safety for Coaches” courses
• First Aid/CPR Certificate.
• TB clearance within the last four years.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint clearance.
• Mandated Reporter Training Course
• Sexual Harassment Training Course
• Other trainings as assigned

Part 1:  Personal and Spiritual Responsibilities

A.        Displays a personal decorum that models professionalism, modesty, and good taste

B.         Models Christian virtues in attitude, speech, and action

• Exhibits the fruit of the Spirit (Gal. 5:22,23)
• Models and cultivates habits of prayer, faith, and encouragement
• Commits and contributes to a local church

C.        Maintains good attendance and physical endurance to fulfill job duties

D.        Uses professional  etiquette appropriate for a Christian school

• Shows a positive, cheerful attitude with parents, students, and staff
• Shows integrity in dealing with confidential information

E.         Models Sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards other players,

            official, and spectators.

F.         Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities.

Part 2:  Duties / Responsibilities

A.        Reinforces a Christ-centered, competitive culture of athletics to coaches, faculty/staff,

            student-athletes, parents, and those outside of our school

B.         Prepares and executes practice sessions for the team

C.        Assess student-athlete’s skil