Assistant Coach - Baseball (Hawthorne HS)

Centinela Valley Union High School District•Lawndale, CA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Coach supports the Head Coach in supervising and preparing players in the baseball program. The role assists a varsity team, supports development of lower-level teams, and performs related duties as assigned. The assistant coach follows the game plan and expectations set by the Head Coach and supports program activities as assigned, while complying with CIF and Centinela Valley Union High School District rules and the direction of athletic administration. For the 2026–2027 school year, the coach will support the Head Coach in developing multiple levels and supervise players. The position is at Hawthorne High School and is for the 2026–2027 school year. Coaching compensation is a stipend under the Collective Bargaining Agreement for current employees; walk-on coaches receive $4,476 per season. The assistant coach supervises practices, contests, and other athletic activities to promote athletic development, teamwork, discipline, respect, and sportsmanship. They help prepare the field on game days, support logistics as directed, assess players’ skills, use varied instructional techniques, and support game strategy as determined by the Head Coach. The role includes enforcing student discipline, protecting student-athletes from hazards including hazing and bullying, maintaining equipment and uniforms, and representing the District professionally. Coaches are expected to maintain nondiscriminatory practices and participate in professional development activities. The position reports to the Principal/Athletic Director and Head Coach. Required certifications listed in the job description include NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching or Sport Specific, NFHS Concussion in Sports, NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest, NFHS Heat Illness Prevention, and a valid CPR/First-Aid card. The NFHS courses noted are required every two years where specified.

Requirements

Experience playing or coaching the sport for which applying.
Ability to explain, demonstrate, and analyze fundamental skills and strategies.
Ability to meet all CIF coaching requirements and certifications.
Ability to communicate and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
Knowledge of CIF rules and regulations for the sport.
Comprehensive knowledge of the game and extensive knowledge of current coaching techniques and procedures.
Knowledge of NFHS and CIF rules and regulations.
Demonstrated ability to instruct and supervise student-athletes.
Ability to communicate in spoken and written form; excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to relate to students and teach them on and off the field.
Willingness to accept a high level of accountability.
NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching or Sport Specific certificate.
NFHS Concussion in Sports certificate, renewed every two years.
NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest certificate, renewed every two years.
NFHS Heat Illness Prevention certificate, renewed every two years.
Valid CPR/First-Aid card.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience as a varsity coach at the high school, college, or professional level in the sport.
Experience as a college or professional athlete.
Demonstrated success developing a team with high academic achievement.

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Coach with a varsity team and support development of lower-level teams.
Support the Head Coach in developing multiple program levels and supervise players.
Support the Head Coach in supervising and preparing players, following the Head Coach’s game plan and expectations.
Supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect, and sportsmanship.
Prepare the field on game days and support logistics as directed by the Head Coach.
Use instructional techniques and media to meet student-athletes’ needs and improve their abilities; assess players’ skills.
Support game strategy as determined by the Head Coach.
Apply and enforce student discipline during contests, practices, and trips off school property.
Encourage sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.
Take precautions to protect student-athletes, equipment, and facilities, including protecting students from hazing and bullying.
Maintain and secure equipment and uniforms; oversee cleaning, repair, and storage of athletic equipment.
Represent the District and program professionally and maintain nondiscriminatory practices.
Attend staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
Perform other related duties assigned by the Athletic Director or another appropriate administrator.