Head Varsity Softball Coach

Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical, and social development of young women in grades 6 through 12. Our school emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning, and education of well-rounded women of faith and action. Building an inclusive and diverse school community is a priority for Holy Child, and we are committed to hiring faculty and staff with diverse experiences and backgrounds, to empower our students to connect and grow. Our Core Values are Believe, Belong, Become.

The Head Varsity Softball Coach will be responsible for developing all players in the program on and off the court through a championship caliber environment, an open door for competition and development of skills, character, and leadership at all levels. The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Athletics to ensure the success of the softball program.

• Coach individual participants in mechanics, film study, and skills necessary to compete at the highest level possible.
• Communicate with other coaches outside the ISL to schedule in-season games.
• Coordinate and supervise a regular schedule of practice.
• Encourage sportsmanship, team unity, and enforce all sportsmanship guidelines.
• Enforce discipline of contest, school, league, and state rules and regulations.
• Supervise assistant coaches and enhance their professional development.
• Support school-organized efforts for a sustainable fundraising plan and communicate with players, coaches, and community.
• Assist in hiring and managing coaching staff.
• Attend required coaches' clinics and conference pre and post-season meetings.
• Develop and maintain a relationship with the Athletic Director and Administration to facilitate court/facility use and monitor student-athlete academic development.
• Oversee and manage Holy Child's softball program for all levels.
• Provide and display a willingness to work with the Athletics Department, administration, staff, student-athletes, and parents.
• Support players in the college selection and recruiting process.
• Develop and organize out of-season training, tournaments, and player development.

• Ability to communicate effectively with students, teachers, coaches, and community. Experience coaching/participating in softball at the high school or collegiate level. Knowledge of applicable league rules.
• Excellent organizational and motivational skills.

Connelly School of the Holy Child offers a dynamic work environment where you can Believe, Belong & Become your greatest self. If you are a motivated and experienced coach looking for a new challenge, please apply by visiting our website at https://www.holychild.org/about-us/employment.