What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Coaches position at New Bedford Public Schools?
We are deeply committed to an inclusive curriculum and school community that reflects the diversity of our student population. We strive to have the highest quality educators and encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of skills and diverse backgrounds. We seek candidates who are dedicated to inclusion and have a clear interest in being part of the richness of diversity that the New Bedford Public Schools community has to offer.
Position:
- Head Coach - Softball
- Head Coach - Baseball
- Head Coach – Girls Spring Track
- Teach all aspects of the sport through fundamentals in daily practice sessions.
- Recruit and maintain an active team roster for the team to develop a competitive team.
- Develop and evaluate each athlete’s performance.
- Conduct and supervise all practices.
- Schedule and attend all contests.
- Supervises the proper use of equipment and technique for the sport.
- Participates in special events such as banquets, pep rallies, and senior/awards nights.
- Distributes uniforms and equipment to student athletes as instructed by the head coach.
- Attends professional development events to improve coaching skills.
- Ensures nondiscriminatory practices.
- Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach, or Athletic Director/Principal
- Previous experience as an assistant coach in specified sport or related participation in the sport
- Thorough knowledge of the game and current coaching techniques
- Must have strong communication skills both oral and written.
- Complete understanding of the rules, strategies, and regulations of the sport
- Proven ability to coach and supervise student athletes.
- Reports to: Athletic Director
- Rate: In accordance with the NBEA Unit A union contract found here
- Dates: March 17, 2025 – June 2, 2025
