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A Tennessee public school high school softball coach is primarily responsible for leading all aspects of a school's softball program while ensuring strict compliance with Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA) regulations and school district policies.
Core Duties & Responsibilities
- Athletic Development: Plan and conduct effective practices focused on softball fundamentals, game strategies, and player conditioning.
- Student-Athlete Supervision: Supervise players during practices, home games, away games, and team travel.
- TSSAA & Policy Compliance: Ensure all student-athletes meet TSSAA eligibility requirements and adhere to state rules and regional regulations.
- Character and Mentorship: Promote good sportsmanship, discipline, academic performance, and personal responsibility both on and off the field.
- Program Operations: Manage the team budget, coordinate field scheduling, arrange team transportation, and handle uniform and equipment inventories.
- Safety & Maintenance: Conduct daily safety inspections of practice fields, coordinate with the school athletic trainer on injury prevention, and handle reporting.
- Stakeholder Communication: Maintain transparent, positive relationships with parents, administration, media, and community stakeholders.
Candidate Requirements & Qualifications
According to TSSAA Bylaws, coaches in Tennessee public schools must be registered annually and generally fall into specific categories determining their employment paths:
- Faculty Pathway: Possess a Bachelor's degree and a valid Tennessee Teaching License. Candidates typically hold a full-time teaching position within the district alongside the coaching supplement.
- Non-Faculty / Classified Pathway: School districts may hire non-faculty coaches or classified employees who do not hold a teaching license, provided they pass background checks and receive approval from the school principal and local board of education.
- Sport Expertise: Proven experience playing or coaching softball, with a deep understanding of standard high school game regulations.
- Certifications: Active certifications in CPR, First Aid, and standard concussion protocols as mandated by state athletic guidelines.
Employment Terms
- Type: Seasonal contract or a supplemental stipend attached to a full-time educator salary.
- Schedule: Afternoon practices, evening games, and weekend tournament travel during the spring season, alongside occasional off-season conditioning sessions.
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Claiborne County Schools