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.
Sophomore Softball Coach
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Job Details
Job ID:
5869617
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Maquoketa High School
has the following opening:
Sophomore Softball Coach
2026-2027 school year
Qualifications:
Program Alignment & Leadership:
Directs the sophomore team while integrating all tactical instruction and expectations seamlessly into the overarching varsity program philosophy.
Skill Development:
Teaches and reinforces fundamental softball mechanics and age-appropriate game strategies to prepare underclassmen for varsity-level competition.
Communication & Collaboration:
Maintains proactive, positive relationships with student-athletes, parents, and coaching staff to bridge the transition between lower-level and varsity play.
Safety & Inclusivity:
Ensures a safe, inclusive environment across practice and game settings that prioritizes athlete well-being, health safety, and exemplary sportsmanship.
Culture & Teamwork:
Cultivates a high-accountability team environment that values effort, continuous growth, mental toughness, and collective teamwork.
Preparation & Dual-Role Execution:
Designs and conducts purposeful sophomore practices and game plans while assisting varsity staff with varsity practices and game-day duties.
Professionalism:
Models exemplary professional standards and pursues ongoing learning to enhance player development and overall program success.
Duties:
As normally assigned to the position
Compensation:
As per Extra Duty Salary Schedule
Apply at:www.maquoketaschools.org
Tara Notz, Supt.
Maquoketa Community Schools
612 South Vermont
Maquoketa, IA 52060
EEO/AA
It is the policy of Maquoketa Community School District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, sexual orientation, age (for employment), and actual or potential family, parental, or marital status (for programs). Maquoketa Community School District offers career and technical education programs in the following service areas: Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Human Services and Industrial Technology. If you have a question or complaint related to this policy, or for information about the district's grievance procedures, please contact Superintendent Notz, 612 S. Vermont St. Maquoketa, Iowa 52060 at 563-652-4984, tnotz@maquoketaschools.org or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582,
