Position: Part-time Assistant Women's Softball Coach
Division: Athletics Department: Athletics Reports to: Head Women's Softball Coach
Position Summary The Assistant Women's Softball Coach is responsible for the development, training, and performance of the softball athletes, which typically includes all positions. This role involves teaching fundamental skills, techniques, and strategies essential for softball athletes to excel. The coach will collaborate closely with the Head Coach and other coaching staff to implement an effective softball program.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities The results you will deliver each day that matter most!
Providing coaching expertise, and administrative oversight to the team of college athletes while collaborating closely with team coaches, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the safety and well-being of the student-athletes.
Education/ Experience What you will need to be successful!
Player Development: • Train and mentor softball players in fundamental skills such as defense and hitting mechanics, and footwork running • Create individualized training programs that address the specific needs and strengths of each athlete
Game Preparation: • Develop and implement practice plans that focus on improving athletes' performance • Track and analyze individual and team performance metrics to identify areas for improvement • Communicate effectively with other coaching staff to ensure cohesive team strategies
Mentorship and Leadership: • Foster a positive and competitive environment that encourages growth and development among athletes • Serve as a role model and mentor to athletes, promoting teamwork, discipline, and a strong work ethic
Recruitment and Scouting: • Assist in scouting and evaluating potential recruits, providing insights on player potential and fit within the program
Administrative Duties: • Maintain accurate records of player progress and development • Participate in staff meetings and contribute to team discussions regarding strategy and player development
Qualifications:
Skills: • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Strong leadership abilities and the capability to motivate and inspire players • Analytical mindset with a focus on performance metrics and improvement • Ability to work collaboratively with other coaching staff and players
Physical Requirements: • Ability to participate in practice and training sessions, demonstrating techniques as needed • Capability to work long hours, including evenings and weekends during the season • Other duties as assigned
Life at Livingstone College
Why we believe you will love working at Livingstone College!!
Livingstone College is a private historically black college that is secured by a strong commitment to quality instruction, academic excellence, and student success. Through a Christian-based environment suitable for holistic learning, Livingstone provides excellent business, liberal arts, STEAM, teacher education, and workforce development programs for students from all ethnic backgrounds designed to promote lifelong learning and to develop student potential for leadership and service to a global community.
About Livingstone College: http://Livingstone.edu
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