About this role
POSITION TITLE
Assistant Softball Coach
SITE: Gates County High School
REPORTS TO
Principal & Athletic Director
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Local Coaching Stipend based on years of verified experience
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Middle School or High School coaching experience preferred
Qualifications and Expectations
- Ability to work cooperatively and constructively with the Head Coach, student-athletes, school administrators, and other staff members.
- Demonstrate a commitment to student achievement, both academically and athletically.
- Possess strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while supporting the overall goals and direction of the softball program.
- Demonstrate knowledge of softball fundamentals, strategies, and techniques. Previous coaching or playing experience is preferred.
- Ability to teach and develop fundamental softball skills while helping student-athletes improve their individual and team performance.
- Possess a strong understanding of softball rules, regulations, and NCHSAA athletic guidelines.
- Be available to attend scheduled practices, games, team meetings, and other required athletic activities.
- Ability to travel with the team for away games and other scheduled athletic events.
- Assist with maintaining the softball field and facilities, as well as the organization, care, and maintenance of team uniforms and equipment.
- Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating professionalism, integrity, sportsmanship, and appropriate conduct both on and off the field.
- Promote teamwork, discipline, accountability, and a positive athletic environment for all student-athletes.
- Foster positive relationships among student-athletes, parents, school staff, and the surrounding community.
- Support the Head Coach in carrying out the overall goals, expectations, and responsibilities of the Gates County High School softball program.