SCOPE :
The Assistant Softball Coach provides administrative, instructional, and recruiting support services under the direction and supervision of the Head Softball Coach and Associate in Physical Education.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
Achieving a high level of competency in sport skill instruction, motivation, and
conduct of practice sessions under the direction of the Head Softball Coach.
- Recruiting student athletes effectively under the direction of the Head Softball Coach.
- Exhibiting the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with adherence to NCAA, Ivy League Conference, University, and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education rules and regulations and / or Code of Ethics.
- Demonstrating a sincere interest in the social, emotional, academic development,
as well as the athletic welfare of student athletes.
- Demonstrating excellent writing, speaking and listening abilities.
- Responsible for teaching in the required Physical Education program.
- Participating in continuing education conferences, workshops, or meetings to
increase professional skills and knowledge.
- Exhibiting leadership and professional behavior in dealing with student athletes.
- Completing all assignments made by the Head Softball Coach including but not limited to budget management, scheduling and fundraising.
- Contributing to the maintenance of good working relationships.
- Performing other duties as assigned by the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and
Physical Education.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS :
- Bachelor’s Degree
- A high level of competency in softball skill instruction and motivation, and understanding of the role of intercollegiate athletics in a highly competitive academic environment.
- Strong recruiting, teaching and coaching skills.
- An ability to build and maintain positive relationships with student athletes, staff and alumni.
- Demonstrated success in coaching softball preferably at the NCAA Division I level
- Proven skills in fan, friend and fund-raising.
- Prior coaching experience at an Ivy League institution
- Valid Driver’s license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
- Experience training hitters and outfielders is preferred.
30+ days ago