Asst. Coach - Baseball

Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Schools•Avondale, AZ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position assists with the organization, planning, and implementation of practice sessions and contest game plans for the baseball program. The assistant coach teaches the fundamentals, system, and techniques of baseball, as well as the values of good sportsmanship. They are responsible for maintaining discipline and encouraging players in a positive manner, acting as a role model for student-athletes. The role involves attending meetings, staying updated on rules and regulations, and reporting important information to the Varsity Head Coach. Additional duties may include supervision of weight rooms, locker rooms, equipment, transportation, and fundraising activities.

Requirements

Two years previous high school varsity coaching or equivalent required.
Valid CPR and First Aid card.
Must also be certified in the state required NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Class or certified in Positive Coaching Alliance.
Must complete Diocesan Safe Environment Training and have current fingerprint card in addition to completion of concussion training, Heat and Illness Prevention, Sudden Cardiac Arrest Training and First Aid, Health and Safety courses (NFHS).

Nice To Haves

Coaching and/or playing experience preferred in sport.

Responsibilities

Assists with organization, planning, and implementation of practice sessions and contest game plans.
Teaches the fundamentals, system, and techniques of the particular sport as well as the values of good sportsmanship.
Maintains discipline and works as a teacher to encourage players, in a non-physical and positive manner, to exhibit the God-given talents they possess.
Attends all coaching staff and Athletic Department meetings, as needed.
Strives, at all times, to increase morale and cooperation within the total school athletic program.
Dresses in an appropriate manner for both practices and games as directed by the Varsity Head Coach and provides, through actions, a positive, Catholic role model for each student-athlete.
Keeps up on all rules, regulations, and guidelines as stated in the Athletic Department Handbook; League Constitution, AIA. Code of Ethics and National Federation Handbook for sport assigned.
Informs Varsity Head Coach immediately of missing student-athletes from practice or contests as well as roster changes (additions or deletions) and of all athletic related injuries.
Attends conventions and professional clinics as assigned.
Performs duties that are consistent with the nature of the position, as requested by Varsity Head Coach and/or Athletic Director including but not limited to: weight room and/or locker room supervision; inventory assistance, issuing and intake of equipment and uniforms; supervision of transportation of student-athletes; fundraising; attendance at “Open House” activities.
Abide by any and all provisions of coaching agreement as well as AIA. and school “Code of Ethics”.
Foster the department and school “Philosophy” and “Mission” Statements in a spirit of “assistance” and “presence” as set out in the teaching system of St. John Paul II Catholic High School.