Baseball Assistant Coach

Deer Park School District•Deer Park, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Deer Park School District #414 is hiring an Assistant Coach for baseball at Deer Park High School. The coach provides knowledge, motivation, and leadership to help students reach their potential while contributing to their physical well-being, moral character, and social and mental development. The role works in conjunction with the Head Coach and supports the interscholastic program in harmony with the broader school program. The position is for the 2026–27 season, scheduled from March 1, 2027, through April 8, 2027. Compensation is a seasonal stipend of $3,392–$5,467, depending on experience. This position is not eligible for benefits or retirement. Applicants must apply online and provide a resume, cover letter, and three confidential reference checks, including at least one from a recent supervisor. Newly hired employees must complete Washington State Patrol and FBI background checks before hire and verify identity and U.S. work authorization before employment begins.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Must have current First Aid/CPR certification or be able to acquire it by the start of the season.
Must demonstrate successful experience building relationships with players, parents, and the community.
Ability to maintain practice, coaching preparation, competition, and related activity schedules.
Ability to work positively, professionally, and equitably with students, colleagues, parents, and officials.
Ability to motivate students and contribute to developing a successful program.

Nice To Haves

Previous applicable coaching experience.

Responsibilities

Teach athletes the techniques, rules, and safety practices of baseball.
Schedule, organize, and conduct practices in conjunction with the Head Coach.
Supervise athletes from the scheduled beginning of practices or games until the last athlete is picked up, and know where participants are at all times.
Supervise athletes on buses during trips to other schools.
Promote the school’s interscholastic program and support it in harmony with the total school program.
Model high ethical and moral conduct, including respecting and supporting contest officials.
Promote sportsmanship and appreciation of athletics among participants and spectators, and foster pride in self, team, school, and community.
Promote healthy lifestyles to student-athletes.
Follow safety laws, district policies, and district procedures for injury care and prevention.
Report injuries to the Head Coach and Athletic Director.
Recognize and follow athletes’ health plans.
Communicate with parents in a timely, proactive, and professional manner.
Provide equal opportunities for all athletes in accordance with the student nondiscrimination policy.
Plan practices and events and organize the materials and people needed to conduct the activity.
Develop players’ skills, game knowledge, leadership, and commitment to the team.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Athletic Director.