Assistant Baseball Coach

Forest Grove Sd 15•Forest Grove, OR

18h

About The Position

The job of “Assistant Coach” is to support the Forest Grove School District athletic objective, policy of interscholastic athletics, and Forest Grove School District Athletic Code. The District believes that extra-curricular activities are an integral part of school life. All students, regardless of their ability should take part if possible to be able to grow physically, intellectually, and socially through participation. Coaches organize and conduct the athletic programs to meet the needs of the school District and their participants.

Requirements

Experience in and/or knowledge of the sport, coaching techniques, and student supervision
Ability and willingness to successfully communicate with student/athletes, parents, assistant coaches, and other school staff in both verbal and written forms
Ability to perform coaching responsibilities in accordance with school and District procedures and policies
Current CPR/First Aid Certification preferred
Current Concussion Management and updates on all other OSAA requirements
Maintain integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, or District patrons
The ability to work harmoniously with others
Successful completion of background check

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Current CPR/First Aid Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Perform delegated duties assigned by the head coach
Be knowledgeable of and implement the planned system and style of play as established by the head coach
Enforce all athletic regulations and take initiative in making proposals for improvement in the program through the head coach to the athletic director and principal
Attend meetings and professional developments organized and conducted by the high school head coach, athletic director, or principal
Demonstrate proper active supervision during all scheduled activities or student/athletes including, but not limited to, game, practice, locker room, and transportation
Maintain a thorough knowledge of skill development, training techniques, fundamentals, game strategy, and the rules of the sport
Be responsible for the care, distribution, and collection of District equipment and supplies
Communicate with athletes in a manner that models respect. Refrain from using profanity or derogatory language at participants, officials, parents or others associated with the program
Develop and maintain a positive rapport with students, athletes, parents, and staff throughout the program and school
Cooperate with other school-sponsored sports by encouraging athletes to play more than one sport
Practice professional conduct during events and practices
Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment
Handle program finances that align with the current District practice
Report any conduct that violates the physical, mental or emotional safety of anyone involved in the program within 24 hours to the Athletic Director