Assitant Coach Varsity Baseball

Gadsden Independent School District•Anthony, NM

About The Position

The Assistant Coach Varsity Baseball supervises student-athletes as assigned by the Head Coach and follows Gadsden Independent School District (GISD) policies, applicable laws, district and state athletic rules, and the district’s athletic philosophy. The role supports a competitive athletic program that fosters athletic performance, academic achievement, character development, sportsmanship, and positive community expectations. The assistant coach works cooperatively with the Head Coach, other coaches, school administrators, teachers, parents, and athletic personnel. If the employee is a classroom teacher, classroom instruction takes priority over coaching responsibilities. The position requires completing the New Mexico Activities Association’s online coaching course requirements, CPR certification, and a valid New Mexico coaching license. Employment as a teacher and three years of sport-related experience are preferred. The coach supervises assigned student-athletes, supports team and program development, and performs other duties assigned within the job’s parameters.

Requirements

Complete the New Mexico Activities Association’s online course requirements for coaching.
CPR certification.
Valid New Mexico coaching license.
Demonstrated interest in and aptitude for the responsibilities listed.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups of students or employees.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common-sense reasoning to instructions and problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including regularly standing, walking, handling objects, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, and occasionally sitting, climbing or balancing, and lifting or moving more than 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Employment as a teacher is preferred.
Three years of specific sport-related experience is preferred.
A female candidate is preferred for girls’ sports.

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Coach in developing a competitive program that supports athletic performance, classroom achievement, and community expectations.
Create an environment in which athletes can pursue academic and athletic success, and monitor their academic performance.
Encourage students to participate in the athletic program and their individual sport, and encourage participation in other sports.
Enforce the athletes’ Code of Ethics and teach sportsmanship, good moral conduct, and appropriate physical behavior.
Assume responsibility for the conduct and well-being of assigned players and behave on and off the field in a way that reflects positively on the individual, team, and school.
Maintain open communication with participants, teachers, administrators, and parents; remain loyal and trustworthy to student-athletes, the team, Head Coach, school, and GISD.
Follow GISD and New Mexico Activities Association policies and guidelines, including district and state eligibility and transfer rules.
Ensure athletes do not participate until the Head Coach has received RankOne clearance from the trainer.
Report inappropriate behavior by athletic personnel or participants to the Campus Principal and Athletic Coordinator.
Attend professional meetings and clinics, and work with the Principal, Athletic Director, Athletic Coordinator, and Head Coach to improve the athletic program.
Cooperate with and respond to the needs of the Head Coach and other coaches and their athletic programs.
Participate in off-season and summer programming to help athletes improve their skills when not coaching another sport.
Promote and support athletic programs involving middle school and elementary school students.
Follow the Head Coach’s direction, provide input as appropriate, and instruct participants on safety and reporting injuries to the trainer.
Use technically informed coaching strategies and sound teaching methods; analyze and correct errors, respond to game situations, and incorporate new coaching techniques and ideas.
Secure facilities after use, including locker rooms, equipment rooms, showers, lights, and buildings.
Supervise the locker room before and after practices until all players have left.
Ensure school-purchased uniforms and equipment are used only for school practices and games.
Follow the head trainer’s decisions regarding injuries and GISD fundraising guidelines.
Fulfill performance responsibilities at assigned locations and comply with local, state, and federal rules and regulations.
Perform other tasks assigned within the parameters of the job analysis.