NACO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT #23

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Middle School Assistant Softball Coach

Location: Naco Elementary School District #23, Naco, Arizona
Reports To: Superintendent/Principal and Head Softball Coach
Position Type: Seasonal Stipend Position

POSITION SUMMARY

Naco Elementary School District is seeking a positive, dependable, and enthusiastic individual to serve as the Middle School Assistant Softball Coach. The Assistant Coach will work closely with the Head Coach to develop student-athletes' fundamental softball skills while promoting teamwork, sportsmanship, discipline, leadership, academic success, and positive character in a safe and supportive environment.

The Assistant Coach is expected to serve as a positive role model for students and support the overall goals, expectations, and policies of Naco Elementary School District and its athletic program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Head Coach with planning and conducting daily practices.
• Help instruct student-athletes in the fundamental skills, techniques, rules, and strategies of softball.
• Assist with developing individual and team skills appropriate for middle school athletes.
• Promote good sportsmanship, teamwork, leadership, respect, responsibility, and positive character.
• Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, tournaments, and team travel.
• Assist with game preparation, field preparation, equipment setup, and equipment inventory.
• Assist the Head Coach with maintaining an organized and positive team environment.
• Support and enforce all Naco Elementary School District, school, conference, and Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA) athletic policies and procedures, as applicable.
• Encourage student-athletes to maintain appropriate academic performance and attendance.
• Monitor and reinforce appropriate student behavior both on and off the field.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with student-athletes, parents/guardians, coaches, school staff, and administration.
• Follow all district procedures regarding student supervision, transportation, safety, injuries, and emergency situations.
• Maintain a safe athletic environment and promptly report injuries, safety concerns, or other issues to the Head Coach and administration.
• Assist with maintaining appropriate care, storage, and security of athletic equipment and facilities.
• Attend required coaches' meetings, trainings, and other athletic program activities.
• Perform other duties related to the athletic program as assigned by the Superintendent/Principal or Head Coach.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous softball playing or coaching experience preferred.
• Experience working with middle school students preferred.
• Ability to work effectively and positively with student-athletes.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the Head Coach, other coaches, school staff, students, and families.
• Ability to work evenings and occasional weekends during the softball season.
• Commitment to supporting the academic, social, emotional, and athletic development of students.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND CLEARANCES

• Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card, or ability to obtain one as required by law.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification before beginning coaching duties.
• Completion of all district-required coaching, safety, concussion, and athletic training requirements.
• Completion of any applicable AIA or conference-required coaching requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Knowledge of softball rules, fundamentals, techniques, and strategies.
• Ability to teach age-appropriate softball skills and concepts.
• Ability to motivate, encourage, and mentor middle school student-athletes.
• Ability to establish and maintain appropriate expectations for student behavior.
• Commitment to fostering a positive, respectful, inclusive, and competitive team culture.
• Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to student safety concerns and athletic injuries.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents/guardians, staff, coaches, and administrators.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of an athletic coaching team.
• Commitment to supporting student academic achievement and school attendance.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student information.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Practices and games may occur during afternoon and evening hours.
• Occasional weekend games or tournaments may be required.
• Work will primarily occur outdoors on athletic fields and may include indoor school facilities.
• Position requires extended periods of standing, walking, running, bending, lifting, and demonstrating or assisting with athletic skills.
• May require lifting and transporting athletic equipment and supplies.
• Must be able to work safely in varying weather conditions during the softball season.

COMPENSATION

Seasonal coaching stipend in accordance with the Naco Elementary School District Governing Board-approved coaching stipend schedule.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Naco Elementary School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or any other protected status under applicable law.