3. Work with other coaches, parents, referees, news reporters, operators of non-district facilities used for
practice or competition as appropriate
4. Work closely with the athletics and activities director in scheduling interscholastic contests
5. Act as a liaison with the cheerleading program, drill team program, and the other coaches
6. Assist the athletics and activities director, when requested to do so, in maintaining necessary attendance
forms, insurance records, physical check-up forms, accident reporting, and all other required paperwork
7. Train and assign duties to team managers, assistant coaches, and direct event volunteers, if applicable
8. Evaluate the program annually and make recommendations for improvements as necessary
9. Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such
efforts as attendance at professional meetings, and by reading professional publications
10. Adhere to The Code of Ethics of the Idaho Teaching Profession adopted by the Professional Standards
Commission and the State Board of Education as well as to the National Federation of State High
School Associations Coaches Code of Ethics
11. Seek assistance should emergencies arise
12. Represent the school district in a positive manner
13. Know and follow school district policy and chain of command
14. Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
1. Idaho Teaching Certification, American Sport Education Program Certification, or National Federation
of Interscholastic Coaches Association Certification
2. Certification in first aid and CPR
3. Demonstrated knowledge of Softball, sports training, conditioning, injury prevention, kinesiology,
management, and the rules of the Idaho High School Activities Association Handbook
4. Related experience as determined by the Board
5. Ability to foster and sustain students' interest in the activity and promote skill development
6. Possess good organizational skills
7. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to work well with students, parents, and
colleagues
8. Maintain confidentiality of staff and students
Evaluation:
Performance of this position will be evaluated periodically by the building principal and/or the athletics and
activities director in conformance with district policy and IDAPA 08.02.02.120.
Terms of Employment:
By contract as determined by the Board of Trustees in accordance with federal and state law, administrative
rules, and Board policy.
NOTE
All certificated and non-certificated employees and other individuals are required to undergo a criminal history
check and submit to fingerprinting. Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section
33-1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-
1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.
Head Varsity Softball Coach
Rev: June 8, 2022
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