Job Description
Job Title: Junior Varsity (JV) Softball Head Coach
Position Overview:
Cooperstown Central School is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Junior Varsity (JV) Softball Head Coach to lead and manage the JV softball team. The successful candidate will be responsible for fostering player development, promoting teamwork and sportsmanship, and preparing student-athletes to transition successfully to the varsity level. This position supports the overall mission of the Cooperstown softball program and works closely with the Varsity Head Coach and athletic department.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and lead structured, developmentally appropriate practices and training sessions
- Teach and reinforce core softball fundamentals, strategies, and game awareness
- Provide mentorship, motivation, and leadership to student-athletes
- Manage game-day preparation, lineups, and in-game decision-making
- Supervise student-athletes during all team activities, including travel
- Communicate effectively with athletes, parents, and school staff
- Coordinate with the Varsity Head Coach to ensure alignment across the softball program
- Maintain team equipment, records, and compliance with district and NYSPHSAA policies
Qualifications:
- Required:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Completion or willingness to complete all NYSED coaching certification requirements, including:
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- DASA Training
- Concussion Management Certification
- SAVE Training
- Fingerprint clearance through NYSED
- Preferred:
- Previous coaching experience in softball or working with high school athletes
- Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
- Understanding of JV-level player development and progression toward varsity-level expectations
- Commitment to supporting academic success and personal growth of student-athletes
