Norwood-Fontbonne Academy is searching for Varsity (grades 6-8)coaches. Norwood is situated in the Chestnut Hill Section of Philadelphia.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute engaging and effective softball practices.

• Develop players' skills and understanding of the game.

• Foster a positive and inclusive team culture that emphasizes sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect.

• Attend and actively participate in all scheduled games, practices, and team events.

• Communicate regularly and effectively with players, parents, and school administration.

Qualifications:

• Previous coaching experience, preferred at the middle school level, but not a requirement.

• Strong knowledge of softball techniques, strategies, and rules.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to motivate and inspire young student athletes.

• Commitment to fostering a positive environment

• Willingness to adhere to all school and league policies and procedures.

• Must complete or provide 

• Criminal Background History Clearances 
   
• PA Child Abuse Clearances
   
• Federal Criminal History Record forms (fingerprinting).The following online forms also also required
   
• “Protecting God’s Children (PGC) – Awareness Session for Adults”
  • https://learning.childyouthprotection.org/login/index.php  
     
• Mandated Reporter training
  • https://learning.childyouthprotection.org/login/index.php.
     
• “Act 126 online training-Professional Ethics and Educator Discipline Act
  • www.pdesas.org

Schedule and Compensation:

• This is a part-time position with after-school commitments.
   
• Practices and home games take place at Norwood-Fontbonne Academy.
   
• One coach must take the bus to practices and games with the team.
   
• The season begins in March and concludes in May.
   
• The team practices Monday through Thursday.

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Founded in 1920 by the Sisters of Saint Joseph, Norwood-Fontbonne Academy, which is located on 14 beautiful acres in nearby Chestnut Hill, offers families the unique choice between the Montessori program or the Primary program for ages 3 - Grade 3, followed by challenging, active learning experiences in Grades 4 - 8.

Home to dozens of clubs and extracurricular activities, NFA offers its students the chance to engage their learning, passions, and curiosity well beyond the classroom. Through the 11-year journey at NFA, we position our students to enter the wider world aware of their own worth and their power as a positive force for good.

The Norwood-Fontbonne Student is one who… 

• Enjoys Learning

• Treasures Self, Others, and the Earth

• Lives Gospel Values, and

• Makes Reflective Choices as a Self-Directed Person