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Girls Softball Coach - 7th/8th Grade

Season: March - May 2026

Practices and games: After school Monday-Friday and occasional Saturdays

Description:

• The softball coach reports directly to the Community Education Youth Development Coordinator and the Head Varsity Softball Coach.  The 7th & 8th Grade Girls Softball Coach is responsible to those individuals for the proper interpretation and performance of the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Supervises the participants enrolled in the program during practices and games.
• Attend all practices and games during the season including both home and away games.
• Assist athletes in developing and improving softball skills including but not limited to fielding, hitting, pitching and throwing.
• Assess athletes'' softball skills to determine areas in need of improvement.
• Develop ways to assist beginner and younger athletes in learning softball terminology and skills.
• Identify the best learning styles for each student and adapt coaching methods accordingly.
• Provide a secure and productive learning environment for athletes.
• Communication with athletes in a respectful, encouraging manner.
• Communicate, manage, and work with 7th-8th grade athletes of various softball backgrounds and skill levels.
• Develop a daily practice plan for each practice session.
• Develop lineups and player utilization plans prior to each game.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• Any combination of experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and skills.  A background of coaching at the Junior High level or higher is preferred.  Coaching certification preferred.
• Candidates should:
  • Have proven experience working as a softball coach
  • Previous softball/baseball playing experience
  • Understand the rules of softball
  • Be able to collaborate with the Varsity Softball Coach to meet the long-term needs of the Softball program
• Skills and Abilities:
  • Sound knowledge of various coaching techniques
  • The ability to motivate students
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Exceptional communication and customer service skills
  • First Aid and CPR certification preferred
• Physical Demands:
  • Able to lift 50 pounds and move equipment needed for the program

Compensation Range:  $1,500 - $2,000 Season Stipend

Application Procedure:
Apply online at https://www.delano.k12.mn.us/employment