Coach- Head Sophomore Baseball

Cedar Falls Community School District is seeking dedicated dynamic individuals to join our coaching staff. Athletic coaches are responsible for leading mentoring and developing student-athletes both on and off the field. This role focuses on promoting skill development team unity high standards of sportsmanship and overall student well-being within a safe encouraging and competitive environment.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Team Leadership

• Possess and apply a sound foundational knowledge of the sport(s) assigned including strategy technique and rule interpretation.
• Motivate student-athletes and maintain an atmosphere conducive to enhancing school spirit team morale and individual growth and enjoyment.
• Instill and model a high degree of sportsmanship ethical conduct and respect among participating students.
• Properly prepare and implement a structured plan including annual goals for the conduct of practices and events.

Safety Conduct & Supervision

• Properly supervise the safety health and conduct of participants at all times during practices competitive events and activity trips.
• Observe all student code-of-conduct provisions and assist in their consistent constructive enforcement.
• Ensure discipline is maintained across all phases of team activities.
• Safeguard school district property facilities and equipment.

Administration & Communication

• Thoroughly communicate with building administration student-athletes and parents regarding activity expectations practice schedules and events.
• Keep the building administration and Athletic Director / Activities Coordinator well-informed regarding team progress and any issues requiring administrative assistance.
• Maintain all necessary administrative forms physical exam records rosters inventory reports and related records.
• Work cooperatively and harmoniously with fellow coaches activities council personnel and building staff members at all times.
• Carry out evaluation-related functions and perform other related administrative duties as appropriately assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Licensure & Certification: Must hold a valid Coaching Authorization issued by the Iowa Department of Education.
• Board Approval: Must hold a valid coaching contract approved by the Cedar Falls Community School District Board of Education.
• Physical Examination: In instances of assignment as a non-teaching coach a certificate of physical examination (if needed).
• Background Check and Drug Screening: Must successfully complete standard district background checks and drug screening.
• Experience (Preferred): Previous coaching or playing experience at the interscholastic or collegiate level with demonstrated leadership and strong interpersonal communication skills.