Regional School Unit 57
Position Title: Anticipated Softball Coach
Department: Athletics
Reports To: Middle School Activities Director, in conjunction with the Principal
Qualifications:
Has knowledge and background in the sport
Meets RSU 57 eligibility requirements:
First Aid Training
CPR Training
Concussion Management Course
Heat & Acclimatization Course
RSU 57 Background Check
Maine Department of Education Criminal History Record Check
Requirements must be met when specified
Position Summary:
Instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success
Plans all team activities in accordance with RSU 57 Policy.
Plans all practices and games.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Thorough knowledge of all local and state athletic policies
Implement policies as required
Attend all required meetings set by school and MPA
Emphasize the importance of academics, sportsmanship, and citizenship as part of the athletic philosophy
Maintain high standards for athletes’ performance and conduct
Model standards of conduct in own behavior
Dress appropriately at practices and games
Knowledge of sport
Knowledge of training and conditioning techniques
Seek opportunities to learn and employ new techniques and ideas
Teach skills that are appropriate and safe for the individual athlete
Supervise athletes at all times
Maintain, inventory, properly store and care for equipment
Check equipment and facilities for safety
Assist in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled events or practices as necessary
Create and enforce appropriate team rules
Knowledge and use of appropriate emergency/injury response skills
Encourage leadership of athletes on and off the field
Communicate with parents promptly and appropriately
Participate in pre-season informational meetings with parents and athletes
Interact with game officials effectively and appropriately
Model excellent sportsmanship at all times
Meet deadlines for paperwork and other related duties
24. Maintain paperwork/records of athletes as required
25. Perform other duties that may be assigned by the head coach, athletic director or principal
Language and Communication Skills:
Ability to read and interpret documents pertinent to position, i.e. athletic policy manuals, handbooks, and state guidelines.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and correctly, in speech and writing, to parents, coaches, and athletes.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, athletes, coaching staff, and the community
Mathematical Skills:
1. Understanding of budgeting and accounting practices
Physical Demands:
While performing the essential duties of the position, the employee is continuously required to stand, walk, talk, and hear. The employee will frequently use demonstration techniques while coaching that require physical activity, such as running, jumping, throwing, catching, swinging an implement, and general body movement. The employee will need to carry items that may be heavy (in excess of 20 pounds). The employee will occasionally need to sit for long periods of time, and frequently travel by bus. The position may require the employee to work extended hours to meet the demands of the position.
Work Environment:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but occasionally will be excessive. Work is performed indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to allow individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
