LMS 1st Asst. Softball Coach

Nine Mile Falls School District

Job Posting # 44-26/27

Job Title: LMS 1st Asst. Softball Coach

Open: 7/22/2026

First File Review: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Position open until filled.

Support the Standard

The LMS Softball 1st Assistant Coach helps create a positive, organized, and skill-focused experience for student-athletes at Lakeside Middle School. Working under the direction of the Head Softball Coach, the assistant provides instruction, supervision, encouragement, and consistent support throughout the season.

This role is an opportunity to help students learn the game, build confidence, and experience the value of teamwork, accountability, and sportsmanship. The successful candidate will be a steady presence for student-athletes and a collaborative member of the softball coaching staff.

Salary: The salary range for the position is: Min. $1,530 to Max. $2,720. Salary placement will be at Step 0 of the Coaches Agreement unless documentation of experience is received per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The Collective Bargaining Agreement and Salary Schedules can be found on the For Employees page of the Nine Mile Falls School District website at 9mile.org. Nine Mile Falls policies and Procedures can be accessed online at 9mile.org under the Our District page.

Benefits: Paid Sick Leave (per Initiative 1433)

Work Location: Lakeside Middle School

Nature and Scope of Position:

The Lakeside Middle School Softball 1st Assistant Coach assists the Head Softball Coach in the instruction, supervision, and development of student-athletes participating in the middle school softball program. The position supports practices, competitions, safety, equipment, eligibility expectations, and team operations in accordance with district, league, and WIAA requirements.

Position Reports To: Devin Bauer - Athletic Director, in coordination with the Head Softball Coach

Season: Fall 2026/2027

Valid only if student numbers permit by contract YES NO

Primary Job Functions

• Assist the Head Softball Coach with the Lakeside Middle School softball program and provide instruction and supervision for assigned student-athletes and team activities.
• Assist with planning and conducting practices that emphasize age-appropriate softball fundamentals, skill development, strategy, conditioning, and safe participation.
• Teach individual and team softball skills, techniques, and strategies appropriate for middle school competition.
• Provide appropriate supervision during practices, contests, travel, and other assigned team activities.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, respect, sportsmanship, and a positive team culture.
• Maintain appropriate team discipline and model professional, respectful conduct.
• Communicate participation expectations, team rules, and eligibility requirements to student-athletes as directed by the Head Coach or Athletic Director.
• Prioritize student safety and follow district procedures for injuries, concussion management, sudden cardiac arrest awareness, emergency response, and reporting concerns.
• Communicate with the Head Softball Coach regarding practices, competitions, player development, student concerns, and program needs.
• Follow all applicable WIAA, league, district, school, and athletic-department rules, procedures, and expectations.
• Maintain required certifications and complete required district and WIAA training.
• Assist with equipment, uniforms, inventory, field preparation, facility use, and team records as assigned.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, families, coaching staff, school personnel, and administration.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Head Softball Coach or Athletic Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or ability to obtain certification before the start of the season.

• Ability to complete required training, including:

• Concussion Management Training

• Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Training

• WIAA-required coaching education and clock hours

• District-directed training, including applicable Vector training

• Ability to meet Washington State Patrol and FBI fingerprint-clearance requirements.

• Knowledge of safe and effective softball fundamentals, techniques, and player development appropriate for middle school students.

• Ability to instruct, supervise, and communicate effectively with middle school-aged student-athletes.

• Commitment to student safety, positive relationships, sportsmanship, and equitable treatment of students.

Desired Qualifications

• Prior playing or coaching experience in softball at the secondary, collegiate, club, or comparable competitive level.
• Experience working with middle school-aged students.
• Previous coaching experience at the middle school or high school level.
• Demonstrated ability to teach fundamental skills while building student confidence and a positive team culture.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with coaches, families, school staff, and administration.

APPLICATION STEPS

Please complete all steps in the RedRover application process so that we may fully consider you. We are seeking the best applicant for this position and will give time and care to review your materials.

If an offer of employment is made, new employees must complete a background check for criminal history, including a fingerprint check by the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful outcome of the criminal history background check and approval by the Nine Mile Falls School District Board of Directors.

For questions, please contact:

Kyle Stussi, SHRM-CP

Human Resources Specialist

kstussi@9mile.org

(509)340-4302

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Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator

Jeff Baerwald

10110 W Charles Road

Nine Mile Falls WA 99026

509-340-4300

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10110 W Charles Road

Nine Mile Falls WA 99026

509-340-4300

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