Baseball Head Coach – Middle School

To help each participating student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem. Students shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulation of moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline and self-confidence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follows and maintains knowledge of District policies and procedures relevant to this position.
• Instructs and demonstrates skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement.
• Plans and sets-up activities, practices and games.
• Ensures a certified coach is present at all practices and games/meets.
• Develops appropriate training programs and practice schedules.
• Ensures that proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of all athletic equipment and uniforms and updated inventories are adhered to.
• Arranges game transportation for athletic participants
• Arranges hotel room reservations for all overnight events except District and State competitions.
• Travels and supervises student athletes on the team bus both to and from games.
• Adheres to all financial policies of the District in regard to collection and disbursement of money, expenses, and receipts.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) and/or at least two years related experience. Prior successful experience working in a school setting and three or more years of head coaching student athletes strongly preferred.
• Interpersonal Skills: Works well with others from diverse backgrounds. Focuses on solving conflict; maintaining confidentiality; listening to others without interrupting; keeping emotions under control; remaining open to others’ ideas and contributing to building a positive team spirit.
  Demonstrated ability to successfully coach, lead and/or motivate adolescent students.
• Language Skills: Ability to communicate fluently verbally and in writing in English. Ability to effectively present information and respond effectively to questions in one-on-one, small group situations to students and other school staff. Ability to verbally respond to common inquiries from students. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, procedure manuals and regulations. Ability to write general reports and correspondence.