MHS Assistant Softball Coach - Regional School Unit 57 : Job Details

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/CoachDate Posted: 10/21/2024Location: Athletics/Activities (MMS/MHS)Regional School Unit 57Position Title: Anticipated Assistant Softball Coach Department: Athletics Reports To: High 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

Assists with planning all team activities in accordance with RSU 57 Policy.

Assists with planning 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.