Physical Education Instructor/Head Softball Coach

This position has been filled - Job#: 453387831

Job Summary

Job Description:

• Teach a variety of Physical Education/kinesiology, Wellness, and related courses to a diverse student population.
• Perform coaching assignment including, but not limited to, supervision of student-athletes, organization of practices, involvement in public relations and the recruitment, retention, and matriculation of student-athletes according to the CCCAA constitution, the NCAA and NAIA transfer guidelines.
• Monitor academic progress of student-athletes and serve as liaison with all student support services.
• Perform fundraising activities in support of the women's softball program.
• Participate in curriculum development and serve on department, division, college and district committees as necessary to maintain and improve the instructional program; participate in appropriate professional development activities.
• Participate in co-curricular activities, including planning, implementing, and teaching in special programs designed to support student success.
• Participate in the formulation of Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and the Student Learning Outcomes assessment cycle.
• Maintain formal office and campus hours; participate in department and division meetings.
• Maintain current knowledge of instructional methods and new technologies pertinent to areas of assignment; learn and apply emerging technologies and advances (e.g., computer software applications) as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized and timely manner.
• Teach scheduled classes and perform related duties as assigned, including timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities; comply with district, college and division policies in the performance of duties.
• Instruct and assist in the growth and success of a diverse population of students through careful preparation of course materials, effective teaching methodologies and informed critical feedback on assignments and discussions.
• Develop culturally relevant course content, culturally responsive pedagogical techniques, and effective practices for engaging students who are diverse and/or are students who are historically underserved. The ideal candidate should have experience in this area with African American, Latinx, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders and other disproportionately impacted students.
• Work cooperatively with staff and students.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the disabilities and diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic background of students.
• Represent the college in a professional manner as an intercollegiate athletic liaison with other educational institutions.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with high schools located within the college's designated recruiting area.
• Evening and/or weekend assignments may be required as part of the regular contract.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Primary Purpose:

• Duties and responsibilities as presented are intended to be representative and not restrictive.
• The District reserves the right to modify the assignment and allocation of duties in accordance with operational needs.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of softball coaching experience at the college level, the high school level, club level, or professional level.
• Expertise to successfully prepare and coach a team at the intercollegiate level.
• Commitment to the community college mission and objectives of providing instruction for students whose abilities and interests cover a wide range.
• Expertise in culturally responsive teaching in Physical Education/Kinesiology, particularly as it relates to the relevance of physical education to students lives, interest, and communities; demonstrated ability to address equity gaps of racially minoritized groups within physical education; recent experience working with African Americans, Latinx, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders, and other marginalized groups.
• Effective oral and written communication skills as well as a willingness to work in a team-oriented environment that values community.
• Knowledge of coaching and managing team processes, recruiting, considerations and solutions at the college level.
• Experience in distance education (e.g., online, hybrid, flipped, and web-enhanced courses).
• Knowledge and/or experience developing and implementing diversity and inclusion in curriculum.
• Knowledge of current innovative teaching methods that encourage student engagement and learning.
• Demonstrated pattern of recent participation in professional development activities.