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Scottsdale USD 48
8th Grade Softball Coach - Tonalea MS (258661)
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What they do
A Coach works with individual athletes or with sports teams to develop skills and improve teamwork and competitive performance. Runs practice sessions and physical conditioning programs; assesses the strengths and weaknesses of players; plans strategies for games; motivates and encourage players and teaches good sportsmanship.
$44,590 / year median in Arizona
+13% projected growth
Job Description
8th Grade Softball Coach - Tonalea MS (258661) Scottsdale USD 48 Tonalea Middle School - Scottsdale, Arizona Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Scottsdale USD 48
Job Details Job ID:
5914404Application Deadline:
Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)Re-Posted:
Sep 16, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)Starting Date:
Oct 19, 2026 Job DescriptionPAY GRADE
: Supplemental Salary SchedulePOSITION OBJECTIVE
: Position is responsible for coaching student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition. Position motivates student athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)- Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport.
- Assesses player's skills and assigns team positions.
- Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development.
- Works with the athletics director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition.
- Assigns duties to an assistant coach as necessary.
- Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
- Observes players, during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement.
- Determines game strategy based on the team's capabilities.
- Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes.
- Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met; and encourages student athletes to maintain a high academic standard.
- Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury.
- Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the athletic performance of their student.
- Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.
- Models' sportsmanlike behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
- Acts as a team representative and promotes the sport by communicating with the booster clubs, service clubs, and other organizations.
- Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
- Works with the athletic director to develop a policy for awards and submits a list of award winners at the end of the season.
- Participates in special activities to include parent's night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
- Maintains eligibility forms, emergency information, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records.
- Models' nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
- Potentially drive athletes using district transportation to and from off campus games on 14 passenger Activity Bus and provide proof of insurance as requested.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
:- Prior coaching experience preferred
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS
- Valid Department of Public Safety (DPS) Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC)
- NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certificate
- NFHS Concussion in Sports Certificate
- Attach required documentation to your application
SKILLS:
(position requirements at entry):- Ability to maintain effective relationships with students, staff, and community.
- Knowledge of fundamental principles of the sport.
- Ability to adhere to administrative policies and directives of the program.