Assistant Coach - Baseball (Hickman High School), 2026-27

Columbia • Columbia, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Baseball Coach will assist with maintaining the baseball program at Hickman High School. The program uses sport to support students’ character development, including accountability, commitment, teamwork, self-sacrifice, composure, perseverance, respect, integrity, and striving for excellence. Athletic programs provide positive competitive experiences that extend students’ academic education. The role supports this mission by encouraging sportsmanship and enthusiasm, collaborating with other coaches, and helping athletes develop.

The position is a stipend coaching role. It reports to the Athletic Director and Head Baseball Coach and does not supervise others. The coach is expected to follow District policies and regulations, maintain the competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate District values.

Requirements

• At least 60 hours of college credit.
• Completion of a Sport First Aid Course.
• All coaches, regardless of certification status, must attend an NFICEP first-aid class and pass the exit test given at that time.
• If hired as a coach via a substitute certificate, satisfactorily complete an MSHSAA-approved coaches education program (NFICEP), earning at least 80%, before being hired for a coaching position in any subsequent year.
• Ability to communicate effectively, including reading and interpreting professional and administrative materials, completing forms and reports, presenting information, and responding to questions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve problems, interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions, and apply current educational theory and instructional techniques.
• Ability to identify students’ needs and abilities and adapt instructional methods accordingly.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, staff, administrators, and parents.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to perform basic computer functions, use district software to find student information, and utilize instructional technology provided by the District.
• Consistent and regular attendance.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Missouri teaching certificate.
• Prior teaching or coaching experience.
• Prior experience coaching pitchers.
• Professional and friendly demeanor and demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining the baseball program.
• Maintain positive communication with patrons and parents of athletes and potential athletes.
• Assist with off-season camps and conditioning programs.
• Encourage good sportsmanship and enthusiasm for sport.
• Collaborate with other coaches to ensure a comprehensive approach to athletes.
• Ensure compliance with MSHSAA.
• Maintain statistics on all players.
• Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.
• Accompany students to games and meets, including travel on evenings and/or weekends.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree