Head Baseball Coach

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Baseball Coach provides coaching, athlete development, and supervisory responsibilities for the baseball program at Air Academy High School. The position is responsible to the Athletic Director and/or a head coach. The coach is expected to build a program that promotes individual and team growth, character development, and opportunities for success, while complying with the rules and regulations of governing bodies and the policies of the school and district. The coach communicates regularly with the Athletic Director and program stakeholders; develops practice plans and competition strategies; supervises athletes and facilities before, during, and after practices and competitions; and oversees equipment management, rosters, transportation requests, and certifications. The role also includes monitoring athlete injuries, coordinating with the athletic trainer and parents, and ensuring medical clearance before athletes return to play. The coach may evaluate assistant coaches where applicable and is expected to pursue professional learning and meet performance standards. This position is based in a professional school environment, primarily indoors and occasionally outdoors. Work involves scheduled school/work hours and may include extended hours or days as directed. Compensation for extra-pay positions is contingent on the District approving the relevant athletic, activity, or academic event during the school year. The listed certifications may also be obtained after accepting the position.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
ASEP Certification (American Sport Education Program).
CHSAA Certification (Colorado High School Activities Association).
NFHS Coaching Fundamentals Certification (National Federation of State High Schools).
Ability to be flexible and patient in work demands.
Ability to assist students in assigned areas.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, the general public, and individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to interact with the public courteously and professionally.
Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities.
Ability to work assigned days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor.
Commitment to student education as a primary responsibility.
Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team setting.
Effective organizational and time-management skills and attention to detail.
Cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills.
Student-centered and relationship-focused approach.
The position may require lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, with higher demands possible for some assignments depending on position and student need.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or squat, climb stairs, ladders or stools, and reach, hold, grasp, and turn objects.
Oral and auditory capacity for interpersonal interaction and communication-device use; eye, hand, and finger coordination for equipment and writing utensils; and ability to operate computer keyboards.

Nice To Haves

Initial Colorado Department of Education teacher license.
Professional Colorado Department of Education teacher license.

Responsibilities

Report consistently for work as scheduled and perform other duties as assigned.
Attain proficient or higher evaluations on established performance standards and seek feedback from supervisors and colleagues.
Communicate high expectations for athlete behavior and reinforce those expectations.
Communicate regularly with the Athletic Director and maintain timely, professional communication with program stakeholders.
Meet fiscal management responsibilities in a timely manner.
Demonstrate knowledge of baseball, applicable policies and rules, game management strategies, and governing-body regulations.
Develop athletes according to their developmental levels and support their progression.
Lead the program with fair, understanding, tolerant, and patient behavior that creates a positive environment.
Build and maintain a program that fosters individual and team growth and development.
Create a competitive environment in which athletes have opportunities for individual and team success.
Identify and apply strategies and tactics to maximize individual and team opportunities for success in competitions.
Maintain, inventory, store, and reorder equipment before the season begins.
Evaluate assistant coaches where applicable.
Establish and consistently use clear, proactive communication procedures.
Include and value stakeholders and develop positive, respectful relationships with them.
Monitor athlete injuries, communicate with the athletic trainer and parents, act proactively regarding injuries, and ensure medical release before an athlete returns to play.
Plan daily, weekly, monthly, and annual character development for athletes in the program.
Prepare detailed practice plans that advance individual skills and strategy development.
Pursue appropriate professional learning activities.
Submit rosters, transportation requests, and certifications before deadlines.
Supervise facilities and athletes before, during, and after practices and competitions.
Work assigned days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities.
Maintain confidentiality and understand data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community.